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Yosemite Weather
Yosemite Weather Forecast
The Weather at Yosemite National Park varies depending on your elevation with campgrounds starting at 4,000 feet and as high as 8,000 feet.
Weather in Yosemite is usually conditioned upon whether you are referring to the lower lying Yosemite Valley or the higher elevations around Tuolumne Meadows.
As Yosemite Valley is the more popular our overall forecasts are for this region which is hot in the summer but pleasant in the spring and fall.
Best Time To Visit Based On Yosemite Weather
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Yosemite Weather isn't as extreme as many other National Parks but they do see summer highs near 89° and winter lows of 10°.
Certain areas of Yosemite National Park can be accessed year round with the spring and fall being the most popular times of the year for visitors.
Weather Yosemite Valley By Month
Yosemite Valley Weather | High / Low |
|---|---|
Yosemite In January | 48° / 29° |
Yosemite In February | 52° / 30° |
Yosemite In March | 58° / 34° |
Yosemite In April | 64° / 38° |
Yosemite In May | 72° / 45° |
Yosemite In June | 81° / 51° |
Yosemite In July | 89° / 57° |
Yosemite In August | 89° / 56° |
Yosemite In September | 82° / 51° |
Yosemite In October | 71° / 42° |
Yosemite In November | 56° / 33 |
Yosemite In December | 47° / 28° |
Tuolumne Meadows Yosemite Weather By Month
Yosemite Tuolumne Meadows Weather | High / Low |
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Yosemite Weather January | 41° / 10° |
Yosemite Weather February | 40° / 10° |
Yosemite Weather March | 44° / 13° |
Yosemite Weather April | 47° / 18° |
Yosemite Weather May | 55° / 26° |
Yosemite Weather June | 65° / 33° |
Yosemite Weather July | 72° / 38° |
Yosemite Weather August | 71° / 36° |
Yosemite Weather September | 65° / 31° |
Yosemite Weather October | 56° / 25° |
Yosemite Weather November | 46° / 17° |
Yosemite Weather December | 40° / 10° |
Weather in Yosemite during the peak season during the spring and fall is ideal for long hikes and outdoor camping.
Whether you are at the base of Yosemite National Park or up in elevation you will be surrounded by countless rock faces that are famous for being climbed.
To help you decide when the best time to visit we’ve included a chart with the average high and low Yosemite temperature weather forecasts by month.
Yosemite Camping Info
Yosemite has fifteen campgrounds that are divided by three locations across almost 1,500 campsites.
The most popular of these three locations is Yosemite Valley which includes four campgrounds, Upper Pines, Lower Pines, North Pines, and the infamous Camp 4.
The South of Yosemite campgrounds include Wawona and Bridalveil Creek camping options.
The last area includes everything North of Yosemite Valley and has seven camps to choose from: Hodgdon Meadow, Crane Flat, Tamarack Flat, White Wolf, Yosemite Creek, Porcupine Flat, and Tuolumne Meadows.
There are two other luxury camping options that you may enjoy.
Housekeeping Camp is located along the Merced River in the center of Yosemite Valley for people who want to kind of camp but without the hassle.
If you stay at Housekeeping Camp you will sleep in a three sided concrete structure with a canvas roof and privacy curtain but with actual beds.
Yosemite also offers High Sierra Camps for backpackers who don't want to carry their pack... Glampacking.
The High Sierra Camps are spaced miles apart from one another allowing you to hike from camp to camp with only a light weight day pack.
With such a large number of camping opportunities it is no wonder that you can choose to stay in every conceivable type of location.
Below you will find details about camping at Yosemite campgrounds, and the most common questions people ask about camping in Yosemite National Park.
Yosemite National Park Camping
How many Yellowstone campgrounds? Fifteen
Yosemite Valley Area
Upper Pines Campground - Campsites: 238 Cost: $26 Water: Yes Toilets: Flush
Lower Pines Campground - Campsites: 60 Cost: $26 Water: Yes Toilets: Flush
North Pines Campground - Campsites: 81 Cost: $26 Water: Yes Toilets: Flush
Camp 4 - Campsites: 36 Cost: $6 per person Water: Yes Toilets: Flush (tents only)
South Of Yosemite Valley Area
Wawona Campground - Campsites: 93 Cost: $26 Water: Yes Toilets: Flush
Bridalveil Creek Campground - Campsites: 110 Cost: $18 Water: Yes Toilets: Flush
North Of Yosemite Valley Area
Hodgdon Meadow Campground - Campsites: 105 Cost: $26 Water: Yes Toilets: Flush
Crane Flat Campground - Campsites: 166 Cost: $26 Water: Yes Toilets: Flush
Tamarack Flat Campground - Campsites: 52 Cost: $12 Water: Creek Toilets: Vault
White Wolf Campground - Campsites: 74 Cost: $18 Water: Yes Toilets: Flush
Yosemite Creek Campground - Campsites: 75 Cost: $12 Water: Creek Toilets: Vault
Porcupine Flat Campground - Campsites: 52 Cost: $12 Water: Creek Toilets: Vault
Tuolumne Meadows Campground - Campsites: 74 Cost: $18 Water: Yes Toilets: Flush
Do Yosemite camp sites have running water? Yes, the majority have running water and showers. However, you'll have to get water out of the creek and use a vaulted toilet at Tamarack Flat Campground, Yosemite Creek Campground, and Porcupine Flat Campground.
Can you have a fire in Yes? Yes, wood and charcoal fires are permitted in camp site provided fire rings. NO FIRES ARE PERMITTED anywhere else in the park.
How much does it cost to camp at Yosemite? $6 - $26 a night (Check with High Sierra Camp and Housekeeping Camp for their seasonal rates which are much higher)
How much does it cost to backpack in Yosemite? $5 for the reservation and $5 per person / per night for Backcountry Camping. Most of Yosemite wilderness permits reservations are determined by a lottery system many months in advance. You can also obtain a permit the before your trip on a first come first serve basis by visiting one of the Yosemite Wilderness Permit Centers.
What’s the deal with Yosemite camping reservations? All of the campgrounds take reservations and it is recommended you get them as much as 6 months in advance if you hope to get one. Yosemite also has multiple campgrounds that are first come first serve. You can get reservations for Yosemite camping by calling Recreation.gov at 877-444-6777 or using their website.
Is Yosemite safe at night? Yes! Yosemite is safe to camp overnight or even explore in the dark (just be sure you know where the cliff edge is). The park is patrolled by Rangers 24/7 who are available if you get into trouble. Be sure to always carry appropriate clothes whether you are in the car, at camp, or on the trail.
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Yosemite National Park Map
Yosemite National Park could of just as easily been named Granite Valley with its sheer granite faced mountains surrounding the area.
Yosemite spans over 1,200 square miles and is probably best known for the waterfalls and cutting edge climbing.
Whether you start with the more popular Yosemite Valley or the seasonal Tuolumne Meadows you will want to get a map of Yosemite National Park.
Yosemite maps can be found for free at all of the visitor centers.
Or you can download your very own pdf Yosemite Map here.
Map Of Grand Canyon Map
Find the Perfect Place to Rest
Skip the tent and stay in a house with a bed for your next trip.
Best Places To Stay AirBnB Yosemite Vs VRBO Yosemite
Whether you choose a traditional hotel, inn, AirBnB, or VRBO, the place will be quiet and nice.
Most of the accommodations in Yosemite National Park are a bit dated and rundown but it fits with the rustic charm of Yosemite.
Yosemite Hotels
Yosemite Inn
Hotels near Yosemite National Park
Where to stay in Yosemite
Yosemite Lodging
Air BnB Yosemite
Where to stay in Yosemite
Best Places To Stay In Yosemite
Things To Do In Yosemite
People often ask me, 'What To Do In Yosemite?'.
The answer depends on how much time that you have.
I would suggest you drive to the closest visitor center and start from there.
Keep in mind that this may be one of the most beautiful places on earth so you won't be disappointed with wherever you end up.
Yosemite Things To Do In No Particular Order:
Yosemite Hiking
Things To Do At Yosemite Valley
Valley Wilderness Center
Yosemite Museum
Happy Isles Art and Nature Center
Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center
Tunnel View
El Capitan
Valley View
Sentinel Meadow
Yosemite Chapel
Yosemite Falls
Sentinel Bridge
Things To Do At Wawona
Wawona Hotel
Pioneer Yosemite History Center (horse-drawn wagons)
Chilnualna Falls (5 cascades of falls)
Mariposa Grove (500 Giant Sequoias)
Things To Do At Tuolumne Meadows And Tioga Raod
Tuolumne Meadows Wilderness Center
Parsons Memorial Lodge
Siesta Lake (swimming)
White Wolf Campground
Yosemite Creek Picnic Area (eat at the creek)
Olmsted Point (side view of half dome)
Tenaya Lake (water activities)
Soda Spring (carbonated cold water)
Tuolumne Meadows
Lembert Dome
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Yosemite RV Camping
The majority of Yosemites campgrounds allow RV and Trailer Camping.
None of the sites have hookups or sewer but there are dumpstations at Upper Pines, Wawona, and Tuolumne Meadows.
Many of the sites are very small and you want to be sure that your RV or Trailer will fit before making the reservation.
How Far Is Yosemite To...
San Francisco to Yosemite 3 h 15 min (171.4 mi) via I-580 E and CA-120 E
Sacramento to Yosemite 2 h 56 min (145.0 mi) via CA-99 S
Fresno to Yosemite 1 h 15 min (61.7 mi) via CA-41 N
Las Vegas to Yosemite 5 h 39 min (342.1 mi) via US-95 N
Yosemite to San Francisco 3 h 15 min (171.4 mi) via I-580 E and CA-120 E
Lake Tahoe to Yosemite 2 h 30 min (123.5 mi) via US-395 S
San Jose to Yosemite 3 h 11 min (163.7 mi) via CA-120 E
Los Angeles to Yosemite 4 h 41 min (279.3 mi) via CA-99 N
Mammoth Lakes to Yosemite 44 min (40.5 mi) via US-395 N and CA-120 W
San Diego to Yosemite 6 h 35 min (399.3 mi) via I-5 N and CA-99 N
Yosemite to Lake Tahoe 2 h 30 min (123.5 mi) via US-395 S
Reno to Yosemite 2 h 51 min (153.0 mi) via US-395 S
SFO to Yosemite 3 h 15 min (171.4 mi) via I-580 E and CA-120 E
Merced to Yosemite 1 h 40 min (78.9 mi) via CA-140 E and CA-49 S
Yosemite to Las Vegas 5 h 39 min (342.1 mi) via US-95 N
LA to Yosemite 4 h 41 min (279.3 mi) via CA-99 N
Oakland to Yosemite 3 h 6 min (160.0 mi) via CA-120 E
Yosemite National Park to San Francisco 3 h 15 min (171.4 mi) via I-580 E and CA-120 E
Mariposa to Yosemite 57 min (42.3 mi) via CA-49 S and CA-41 N
Big Sur to Yosemite 4 h 1 min (211.2 mi) via CA-152 E
San Francisco to Yosemite National Park 3 h 15 min (171.4 mi) via I-580 E and CA-120 E
South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite 2 h 30 min (123.5 mi) via US-395 S
Grand Canyon to Yosemite 9 h 48 min (615.9 mi) via US-95 N
Sequoia National Park to Yosemite 2 h 36 min (126.4 mi) via CA-180 W and CA-41 N
Death Valley to Yosemite 3 h 10 min (186.1 mi) via US-395 N
SF to Yosemite 3 h 15 min (171.4 mi) via I-580 E and CA-120 E
Yosemite to Sequoia National Park 2 h 36 min (126.4 mi) via CA-180 W and CA-41 N
Oakhurst to Yosemite 25 min (16.0 mi) via CA-41 N
LAX to Yosemite 4 h 41 min (279.3 mi) via CA-99 N
Modesto to Yosemite 2 h 4 min (88.0 mi) via CA-108 E and CA-120 E
Groveland to Yosemite 46 min (28.1 mi) via CA-120 E
San Francisco to Yosemite Bus 3 h 15 min (171.4 mi) via I-580 E and CA-120 E
Las Vegas to Yosemite National Park 5 h 39 min (342.1 mi) via US-95 N
Yosemite to Sacramento 2 h 56 min (145.0 mi) via CA-99 S
Mammoth to Yosemite 44 min (40.5 mi) via US-395 N and CA-120 W
Yosemite to Grand Canyon 9 h 48 min (615.9 mi) via US-95 N
Yosemite to Sequoia 2 h 36 min (126.4 mi) via CA-180 W and CA-41 N
Yosemite to Reno 2 h 51 min (153.0 mi) via US-395 S
Yosemite to Big Sur 4 h 1 min (211.2 mi) via CA-152 E
Yosemite to Los Angeles 4 h 41 min (279.3 mi) via CA-99 N
Sonora to Yosemite 1 h 23 min (54.7 mi) via CA-49 S and CA-120 E
Santa Barbara to Yosemite 5 h 7 min (293.2 mi) via US-101 N and CA-41 N
Yosemite to Redwoods 8 h 25 min (436.6 mi) via I-5 S
Vegas to Yosemite 5 h 39 min (342.1 mi) via US-95 N
Mariposa CA to Yosemite 57 min (42.3 mi) via CA-49 S and CA-41 N
Seattle to Yosemite 14 h 24 min (853.7 mi) via I-5 S
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