July weather forecast
Yellowstone National Park, WY

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The natural Grand Prismatic hot springs within Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, with yellow trails and trees and mountains in the background
The natural Grand Prismatic hot springs within Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, with yellow trails and trees and mountains in the background

Weather in July

July is the warmest month in Yellowstone National Park, with temperatures soaring to a yearly high of 71.6°F (22°C). Despite being mid-summer, rainfall is meager, contributing to the dry, comfortable climate. This period attracts countless tourists given the splendid hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing conditions. Expect to find the park at its liveliest, with flora in full bloom and fauna visible throughout the day. July manifestly showcases the splendor of Yellowstone National Park.

Temperature

July is the warmest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 71.6°F (22°C) and as low as 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Rainfall

In Yellowstone National Park, during July, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. In Yellowstone National Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151 days and collects up to 20.91" (531mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Yellowstone National Park, snow does not fall in July and August.

Daylight

In Yellowstone National Park, the average length of the day in July is 15h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 9:10 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:48 pm MDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

July is the month with the highest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 10. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 10 during July leads to these advisories:
Remember to safeguard yourself. Rapid damage can occur to skin and eyes without protection. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months?

July stands out as Yellowstone National Park's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 71.6°F (22°C) and a low-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the usual temperature for Yellowstone National Park in July?

In Yellowstone National Park, 71.6°F (22°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.5°F (5.3°C) is the average low-temperature during July.

How much does it rain in Yellowstone National Park in July?

In Yellowstone National Park, during July, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Yellowstone National Park, snow does not fall in July and August.

Does it snow in Yellowstone National Park in July?

In July, in Yellowstone National Park, it doesn't snow. June is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in July?

In Yellowstone National Park, the average day length in July is 15h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in July?

In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 9:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:48 pm MDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Yellowstone National Park have in July?

In July, the average sunshine duration is 11h.

When is the highest UV index in Yellowstone National Park?

The month with the highest UV index is July, with an average maximum UV index of 10.

How high is the UV index in July?

In July, the average daily maximum UV index in Yellowstone National Park is 10. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in July
Yellowstone National Park, WY

Average temperature in July - Yellowstone National Park, WY
  • Average high temperature in July: 71.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in July: 41.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (41.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.2°F).

Average rainfall in July
Yellowstone National Park, WY

Average rainfall in July - Yellowstone National Park, WY
  • Average rainfall in July: 1.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.2").

Average rainfall days in July
Yellowstone National Park, WY

Average rainfall days in July - Yellowstone National Park, WY
  • Average rainfall days in July: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in July
Yellowstone National Park, WY

Average snowfall in July - Yellowstone National Park, WY
  • Average snowfall in July: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (34.3").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in July
Yellowstone National Park, WY

Average snowfall days in July - Yellowstone National Park, WY
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Yellowstone National Park, WY

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Yellowstone National Park, WY
  • Average daylight in July: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 11h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average UV index in July
Yellowstone National Park, WY

Average UV index in July - Yellowstone National Park, WY
  • Average UV index in July: 10

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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