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Yellowstone in June
Yellowstone warms up: highs climb to 61°F (16°C), from 49°F in May, with lows of 37°F (3°C) and about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain.
It scores 81/100 for comfort, 4th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 61°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 37°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 2.8 in (70 mm)
- Humidity
- 70%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~15 h 21 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What June feels like
Days are mild at around 61°F (16°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 37°F (3°C), about 13°C (24°F) below the afternoon high.
Some rain is likely, about 2.8 in (70 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
With about 15 h 21 min of daylight, evenings stay light late.
Plan around June
June is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (July – September).
- Longest days of the year, about 15 h 21 min of daylight.
- Comfort improves from 55/100 in May to 81/100.
- Our Grand Teton, Jackson & Yellowstone route recommends Mid-Dec – Mar, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 37°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.8 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Yellowstone in June
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
West Yellowstone
Montana gateway town at the West Entrance, where most snowcoach and guided snowmobile tours to Old Faithful begin.
Why now June scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Mammoth Hot Springs
Travertine terraces near the North Entrance, steaming and frosted in winter, with boardwalks you can walk on your own.
Why now Highs near 61°F and 2.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Grand Prismatic Spring
The largest hot spring in the United States, in Midway Geyser Basin; in winter its steam drifts over the Firehole River.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
Yellow-walled canyon where the 308-foot Lower Falls builds a huge cone of ice in winter.
Nearby in June
- Yellowstone National Park in June~13 mi · highs 61°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Grand Teton National Park in June~57 mi · highs 65°F, 2.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Jackson in June~79 mi · highs 71°F, 2.0 in rain · 6°C (10°F) warmer by day, drier
- Salt Lake City in June~274 mi · highs 83°F, 1.2 in rain · 12°C (22°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Yellowstone in June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Yellowstone?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 81/100 against a best of 97 in July – September. Expect highs of 61°F (16°C) and 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain. Our Grand Teton, Jackson & Yellowstone route recommends Mid-Dec – Mar, so June is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Yellowstone in June?
Average highs are 61°F (16°C) and average lows 37°F (3°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Yellowstone in June?
Some: about 2.8 in (70 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 32.8 in (834 mm).
What should I pack for Yellowstone in June?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 37°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.8 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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