The month in detail
What to expect in October
Autumn marks the end of peak season in Yellowstone. Temperatures drop (43°F) and rain returns (27% of days). Expect rain on 27% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
October ranks 6 out of 12 months in Yellowstone. Compared to September: −18°F daytime, −1.2h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in October
UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
-1°
Daylight
10.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 36
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Is October the right month?
The best month in Yellowstone is July (8.3/10), 4.3 pts higher than October.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · USA
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyUS Dollar ($)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 72°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 21°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 34%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Yellowstone ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
USATemperate climate with a 8.3 → 0.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
44.43°N · 110.59°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Yellowstone?
July is the best month with 72°F highs, 46°F lows, 9.1h of sunshine and 18.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Yellowstone get in July?
Yellowstone averages 9.1 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Yellowstone?
February is the most unfavourable month with February has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Yellowstone in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 46°F, while afternoon highs average 72°F.
Is Yellowstone good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Yellowstone scores 2.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 7.8/10.
When should you avoid Yellowstone?
February is the most difficult month to visit Yellowstone, with February has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Yellowstone in October?
The average UV index reaches 4 in October in Yellowstone (moderate), with about 10.7h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.