Yosemite Park (CA) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Yosemite Park , California, United States of America. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Yosemite Park is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1138 mm (45 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Yosemite Park shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 262 mm (10 in) of precipitation during the wettest month December, distributed over 12 snowy days.
In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 4.7 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall over 2 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 4°C (39°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 21°C (70°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Yosemite Park Temperature page.
Explore Yosemite Park 's Historical Precipitation: 1984-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Yosemite Park spanning 43 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in the United States of America: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across the United States of America. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Yosemite Park vs World: Rainfall Compared
Yosemite Park 's average annual precipitation is 1138 mm (45 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
- The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about Yosemite Park (CA)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Yosemite Park (CA) Climate page.
