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Yosemite Park weather in May (United States of America)

How is the weather in Yosemite Park in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Yosemite Park generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 12°C. But by evening, they drop to around -2°C.

Yosemite Park in May usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 54 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 9 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Yosemite Park climate page with graphs.

 

Yosemite Park , monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 30%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 54 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Yosemite Park in May?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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