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Yosemite Valley gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 60 days per year.
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Climate Averages.
| Yosemite Valley, California | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Rainfall | 35.7 in. | 38.1 in. |
| Snowfall | 35.5 in. | 27.8 in. |
| Precipitation | 59.7 days | 106.2 days |
| Sunny | 267 days | 205 days |
- What is the weather usually like in Yosemite National Park?
- How cold does it get in Yosemite?
- How long does snow last in Yosemite?
- How cold is the water in Yosemite Falls?
- How much snow does Yosemite get?
- Is Yosemite too hot in the summer?
- How hot is Yosemite in July?
- Are there bears in Yosemite?
- Is Yosemite closed due to fires?
- What is the coldest month in Yosemite?
- What is the best month to go to Yosemite?
- Can you swim at Yosemite Falls?
- Can I swim at Yosemite?
- What river runs through Yosemite?
What is the weather usually like in Yosemite National Park?
Daytime temperatures in Yosemite Valley sometimes reach 100°F during summer, while nights are cool. Temperatures in Tuolumne Meadows (8,600 feet) in mid-summer are usually in the 70s in the daytime and in the 30s at night. Though skies are usually clear, thunderstorms can be a daily occurrence in summer afternoons.
How cold does it get in Yosemite?
The average high temperatures in Yosemite Valley are around 50°F (10°C); the average lows are around 30°F (-1°C). Sunny days are not uncommon, but cloudy or foggy conditions with rain or snow are possible.
How long does snow last in Yosemite?
Because nearly three-quarters of the annual precipitation happens in the winter as snow and rain, it's typically cold and damp from November to March. The higher you go, the earlier you'll find snow and the longer it will take to melt—which means snowy peaks from September through April and even through May or June.
How cold is the water in Yosemite Falls?
On a hot day, the water might look inviting, but it's freezing, actually about 46 degrees. You may not make it out if you fall in.
How much snow does Yosemite get?
In Yosemite Village, in the valley of the same name and at 1,200 meters (3,900 feet) of altitude, 930 millimeters (36.5 inches) of rain (or snow) fall per year, with a pronounced minimum in summer, when the rains are very rare.
Is Yosemite too hot in the summer?
Yosemite weather is usually warm to hot in summer. It rains once in a while, most as afternoon thundershowers, particularly in the higher elevations.
How hot is Yosemite in July?
Weather in Yosemite in July is typically nice and warm and sunny. The average temperature in Yosemite Valley is a high of 89 and a low of 57 degrees Fahrenheit (32/ 14 degrees Celsius). At 8,000 feet, the average temperature in Tuolumne Meadows is a high of 72 and a low of 38 degrees Fahrenheit (22/ 3 degrees Celsius).
Are there bears in Yosemite?
American black bears found in Yosemite National Park have long been of intense interest to park visitors and managers. Seeing one of the approximately 300 to 500 black bears in Yosemite can evoke excitement, awe, and fear. If visitors spot a bear while in the park, it is a black bear-not a brown or grizzly bear.
Is Yosemite closed due to fires?
There are currently no threats to infrastructure and all trails remain open. All fires may be visible from Tioga Road, Glacier Point, and from high country vistas.
What is the coldest month in Yosemite?
January is the coldest month in Yosemite National Park, California, with an average high-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).
What is the best month to go to Yosemite?
The best times to visit Yosemite are May and September, when the park is accessible, but not too crowded. It's important to know that many roads and trails in Yosemite are closed for the majority of the year due to snow.
Can you swim at Yosemite Falls?
Swimming is allowed in Yosemite National Park. The park has relaxing beaches, rivers, lakes and pools in a stunning natural setting you can access at your own risk. ... A bit of caution – The spray from the falls can be so powerful in the spring, it feels like you've gone swimming without ever getting in the water.
Can I swim at Yosemite?
Besides the outdoor pools available to the public during summer at Curry Village and Yosemite Valley Lodge, swimming is generally permitted in all bodies of water in the park.
What river runs through Yosemite?
The Merced River was designated as a part of the Wild & Scenic Rivers System in November 2, 1987. From its source on the south side of Mount Lyell at 13,114 feet, through Yosemite Valley, to its end in the Lake McClure Reservoir, the river flows through exceptional scenery.
