National Park · CA
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite is quietest in January and February and busiest in August.
Granite icons El Capitan and Half Dome, giant sequoias, and thundering waterfalls in California's Sierra Nevada.
4M recreation visits a year on average (2023–2025)
Data: NPS visitation 2023–2025 · crowd scores computed Oct 2026 · alerts checked Oct 18, 2026. How this is calculated →
Computed from federal data · Methodology by Sharon Ben-Moshe
Pick a month to visit Yosemite
This week
7-day forecast
| Day | Conditions | High | Low | Precip chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 18 | Clear | 55°F | 37°F | 0% |
| Mon 19 | Overcast | 50°F | 36°F | 2% |
| Tue 20 | Overcast | 51°F | 35°F | 7% |
| Wed 21 | Rain showers | 46°F | 27°F | 81% |
| Thu 22 | Snow showers | 36°F | 22°F | 77% |
| Fri 23 | Partly cloudy | 50°F | 26°F | 15% |
| Sat 24 | Partly cloudy | 60°F | 33°F | 2% |
Forecast data by Open-Meteo
Source: Open-Meteo
Weather
Monthly climate normals
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F | 28°F | 6.3" |
| February | 55°F | 30°F | 6.1" |
| March | 59°F | 33°F | 5.2" |
| April | 65°F | 37°F | 3.0" |
| May | 73°F | 43°F | 1.4" |
| June | 82°F | 49°F | 0.7" |
| July | 90°F | 55°F | 0.4" |
| August | 90°F | 54°F | 0.3" |
| September | 83°F | 49°F | 0.6" |
| October | 72°F | 42°F | 1.9" |
| November | 57°F | 34°F | 4.3" |
| December | 48°F | 29°F | 5.6" |
Source: NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Yosemite Valley
Know before you go
Fees & hours
- Entrance fee
- $35 — $35 per private vehicle, valid 7 days
- Hours
- Open 24 hours; Tioga and Glacier Point roads close in winter; peak-season reservations
Source: NPS Data API
Conditions
Current alerts
- Information
No overnight parking on Tioga & Glacier Point Roads
Overnight parking is not allowed on Tioga Road and Glacier Point Road, including all parking lots reachable from these roads.
Source: NPS Data API
FAQ
Yosemite questions
When is the best time to visit Yosemite?
Yosemite is least crowded in January, February, and December. August is the busiest month, so visiting outside it means thinner crowds and easier parking.
How much does it cost to visit Yosemite?
Entrance to Yosemite costs $35 ($35 per private vehicle, valid 7 days).
When is Yosemite busiest?
Yosemite is busiest in August, when crowds rate 10/10 (peak). Expect full parking lots and longer waits; arrive early or choose a quieter month.
How crowded is Yosemite during holidays and fee-free days?
Holiday weekends (Memorial Day, Labor Day, Fourth of July) and official NPS fee-free days typically bring peak crowd conditions to Yosemite. Arrive before 8 AM or after 3 PM to secure parking and avoid peak trail congestion.