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Weather in Yosemite National Park, California for May 2026

Your guide to Yosemite National Park weather in May - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • With an average of 2 snowy days, Yosemite National Park usually enjoys a light touch of snow in May.
    According to Yosemite National Park snow forecast for May 2026, 2 snowy days are expected in the next 2 weeks. The closest date with snow is Monday, May 4.

  • Temperatures

  • The forecast for the next days in Yosemite National Park predicts temperatures to be around 16 °F, close to the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Yosemite National Park at the beginning of May is 10.7 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 17 °F by the end of May.

  • Rain 🌧️

  • Yosemite National Park experiences moderate rainfall in May, with an average of 6 rainy days and a total precipitation of 49.1 mm.

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Average dry days
23
Dry days
Average rainy days
6
Rainy days
Average snowy days
2
Snow days
Average temperatures
12°/3°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
18 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
57 %
Avg humidity

Yosemite National Park Weather May

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Temperatures trend during May in Yosemite National Park

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May weather in Yosemite National Park day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
May 1 Sunny
Sunny
12° /0° 6.8 mm 0 cm
May 2 Sunny
Sunny
12° /1° 2.1 mm 0 cm
May 3 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
12° /2° 5.8 mm 0 cm
May 4 Moderate rain
Moderate rain
3° /-1° 5.3 mm 3.6 cm
May 5 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
5° /0° 3.7 mm 2.5 cm
May 6 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
15° /2° 0.4 mm 0 cm
May 7 Sunny
Sunny
16° /5° 0 mm 0 cm
May 8 Sunny
Sunny
16° /5° 0 mm 0 cm
May 9 Sunny
Sunny
18° /4° 0 mm 0 cm
May 10 Sunny
Sunny
19° /7° 0 mm 0 cm
May 11 Sunny
Sunny
20° /8° 0 mm 0 cm
May 12 Sunny
Sunny
21° /9° 0 mm 0 cm
May 13 Overcast
Overcast
21° /10° 0 mm 0 cm
May 14 Sunny
Sunny
22° /10° 0 mm 0 cm
May 15 Sunny
Sunny
17° /7° 0 mm 0 cm
May 16 Sunny
Sunny
17° /5° 0 mm 0 cm
May 17 Sunny
Sunny
11° /3° 0.1 mm 0 cm
May 18 Patchy light rain with thunder
Patchy light rain with thunder
11° /2° 2.1 mm 0 cm
May 19 Sunny
Sunny
14° /2° 0 mm 0 cm
May 20 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
13° /2° 0.1 mm 0 cm
May 21 Sunny
Sunny
15° /4° 0 mm 0 cm
May 22 Sunny
Sunny
14° /5° 0 mm 0 cm
May 23 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
13° /4° 0 mm 0 cm
May 24 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
12° /3° 0.2 mm 0.1 cm
May 25 Sunny
Sunny
13° /4° 0 mm 0 cm
May 26 Sunny
Sunny
14° /4° 0 mm 0 cm
May 27 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
17° /7° 0.3 mm 0 cm
May 28 Sunny
Sunny
17° /7° 0 mm 0 cm
May 29 Sunny
Sunny
17° /5° 0 mm 0 cm
May 30 Sunny
Sunny
21° /10° 0 mm 0 cm
May 31 Sunny
Sunny
20° /9° 2.3 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Yosemite National Park in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Yosemite National Park forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Yosemite National Park in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Yosemite National Park during May?

Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 12° and colder nights, dipping below 3°.

How much rainfall should be expected in Yosemite National Park during May?

In May, Yosemite National Park can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 49.1 mm across approximately 6 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.

Will it snow in Yosemite National Park in May 2026?

Yosemite National Park experiences an average snowfall of 18.29 cm during May, occurring over 2 days.

What are the typical wind conditions in Yosemite National Park during May?

The average wind speed in Yosemite National Park during May is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

Yosemite National Park snow forecast May 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover Yosemite National Park’s snowy potential this May ❄️
On average, Yosemite National Park sees 2 snowy days during May, with approximately 18.3 cm of total snowfall.

May rainfall patterns in Yosemite National Park

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Yosemite National Parks May weather 💧
Typically, Yosemite National Park has 6 rainy days in May with a total of 49.1 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in Yosemite National Park during May

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of May ☀️

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