Yosemite National Park is definitely worth a visit
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Yosemite Park Weather in January
During January, Yosemite Park experiences low daytime temperatures of 5°C (41°F) and cooler nights around -8°C (18°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall. Around 181 mm (7.1 in) is typical.
Rainfall in Yosemite Park in January
Historically, the month has about 10 days of snow/rain, averaging 181 mm (7.1 in) in total. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.
Temperature in Yosemite Park in January
Yosemite Park in January gets highs of 5°C (41°F) during the day and drops to -8°C (18°F) at night. The winter season is characteristic of January. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows of -8°C (18°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.January in Yosemite Park has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Yosemite Park Temperature in January
Min Temperature
-8°C (18°F)
Max Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
181 mm (7.1 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Yosemite Park Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Yosemite Park in January
Browse day-by-day weather records for Yosemite Park spanning 43 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Yosemite Park historical weather extremes in January
Based on 19 years of weather observations in Yosemite Park between 2006 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- The hottest January day on record in Yosemite Park reached 19°C (66°F) (January 15, 2021).
- Peak precipitation in January occurred on January 9, 2023, when 78 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places in the United States of America in January
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Yosemite Park in January
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Yosemite Park in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in Yosemite Park in January
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling3/10 -
Walking3/10 -
Barbeque1/10 -
Camping1/10 -
Outdoor sports3/10
Yosemite Park 3-Day Forecast
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