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West Yellowstone weather in May (Montana, United States of America)

Looking to travel to West Yellowstone in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, West Yellowstone generally has moderate temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 15°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -2°C.

West Yellowstone in May usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 15 days of snow/rain.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

West Yellowstone, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 61 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 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 West Yellowstone 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
5/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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