Average weather for Yosemite National Park in October
It's pleasantly warm in October in Yosemite National Park with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -4°C and 2°C.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Yosemite National Park with warm temps, averaging around 22°C during the day and nights around 1°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 21°C, with nights around 0°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Yosemite National Park is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about -1°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In October, there is an average of 23 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. Of the total precipitation, about 2,3 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Yosemite National Park in October |
New York | ||
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Average temperature |
20°C | 21°C | |
Max. temperature |
23°C | 26°C | |
Min. temperature |
17°C | -5°C | |
Total precipitation |
23 mm | 119 mm | |
Rainy days |
3 days | 13 days | |
Total snowfall |
2,3 cm | 0 cm | |
Snowy days |
1 day | 0 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Yosemite National Park?
Looking for great weather? October is a good time to be in Yosemite National Park. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2022, Yosemite National Park reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -16°C to a highest value of 10°C.
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Daily Temperature in October in Yosemite National Park
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in October for Yosemite National Park, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in October in Yosemite National Park
We were there at the end of October. It was cold, and sunny.... more
The evenings were cool - you definitely need a coat. Allow f... more
Daily Precipitation in October in Yosemite National Park
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Yosemite National Park, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect about 3 days of precipitation in Yosemite National Park.
Daily Snowfall in October in Yosemite National Park
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October in Yosemite National Park, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in October.
Daily UV index in October in Yosemite National Park
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Yosemite National Park, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Yosemite National Park over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Yosemite National Park, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in October in Yosemite National Park over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Yosemite National Park, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in October in Yosemite National Park per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in October in Yosemite National Park, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in October for Yosemite National Park
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Yosemite National Park. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in October in Yosemite National Park
The weather in October in Yosemite National Park is rated an average of 4,5 out of 5 stars by 2 visitors. Have you been to Yosemite National Park? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Write your own reviewWe were there at the end of October. It was cold, and sunny. Approximately 10 to 16 degrees. The mornings, evenings and nights very cold (temperatures below 0 degrees Celsius. It also gets dark early in the evening. Perfect temperatures for doing anything.— This text is automatically translated to English
The evenings were cool - you definitely need a coat. Allow for the occasional rain shower.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Yosemite National Park by month
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