Early spring · Weather & things to do
Yellowstone in March
Yellowstone warms up: highs climb to 28°F (-2°C), from 21°F in February, with lows of 10°F (-12°C) and about 3.0 in (77 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 40/100 (11th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 28°F (-2°C)
- Avg low
- 10°F (-12°C)
- Rain or snow
- 3.0 in (77 mm)
- Humidity
- 97%
- Cloud cover
- 77%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 40/100 · Tough
What March feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 28°F (-2°C).
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 10°F (-12°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 3.0 in (77 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because the average temperature is below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 77%.
Plan around March
March is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are July – September.
- Comfort holds steady from February (40 → 40/100).
- March sits inside the Mid-Dec – Mar window our Grand Teton, Jackson & Yellowstone route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 10°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 3.0 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Yellowstone in March
Cold days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
Yellow-walled canyon where the 308-foot Lower Falls builds a huge cone of ice in winter.
West Yellowstone
Montana gateway town at the West Entrance, where most snowcoach and guided snowmobile tours to Old Faithful begin.
Lamar Valley
Wide valley in northeast Yellowstone with bison, elk and the park's best chances of seeing wolves in winter.
Grand Prismatic Spring
The largest hot spring in the United States, in Midway Geyser Basin; in winter its steam drifts over the Firehole River.
Nearby in March
- Yellowstone National Park in March~13 mi · highs 28°F, 3.0 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Grand Teton National Park in March~57 mi · highs 33°F, 2.9 in rain or snow · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Jackson in March~79 mi · highs 37°F, 2.4 in rain or snow · 5°C (8°F) warmer by day, drier
- Salt Lake City in March~274 mi · highs 51°F, 2.1 in rain · 13°C (23°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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Yellowstone?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 40/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are July – September. Expect highs of 28°F (-2°C) and 3.0 in (77 mm) of rain or snow. March is inside the Mid-Dec – Mar window our Grand Teton, Jackson & Yellowstone route recommends.
How cold is Yellowstone in March?
Average highs are 28°F (-2°C) and average lows 10°F (-12°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Yellowstone in March?
Some: about 3.0 in (77 mm) of rain or snow falls across March on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 32.8 in (834 mm).
What should I pack for Yellowstone in March?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 10°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 3.0 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Yellowstone
Routes in season in March
- Grand Teton, Jackson & Yellowstone Mid-Dec – Mar
Planning Yellowstone in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.