Yellowstone in June: Crowds, Weather & What to Pack
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June is one of the best months of the year to visit Yellowstone National Park: crowds run 90% of the July peak (830,987 average visits), days average 61°F with 15.5 hours of daylight. Computed from NPS and NOAA data.
Crowds in June
Yellowstone averages 830,987 recreation visits in June — 90% of what July, the peak month, draws. Plan lodging and entries with that in mind — book early and start days at dawn.
Weather & daylight
Daytime temperatures are comfortable (highs average 61°F), and mornings are chilly (lows average 33°F). Average precipitation is 2.4″ for the month. Mid-month daylight runs 15.5 hours.
NOAA 1991–2020 monthly normals, station YELLOWSTONE LAKE, WY US (6 mi from park coordinates, 7,835 ft elevation) — conditions vary inside the park, especially with elevation. Daylight computed for the 15th of June.
What to pack for Yellowstone in June
Computed from the month's weather normals above — not a generic list.
- Warm mid-layer (fleece or light puffy) — mornings average 33°F
- Packable rain jacket — 2.4″ of precipitation is normal this month
- Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — every park, every month
- Bear spray — recommended by the park in grizzly country (check current park regulations before you carry)
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Also at their best in June
Other parks whose computed June verdict is a best window — same NPS × NOAA formula:
- North Cascades in June — 26% of peak crowds, highs 74°F, score 91/100
- Katmai in June — 34% of peak crowds, highs 59°F, score 88/100
- Crater Lake in June — 44% of peak crowds, highs 57°F, score 84/100
- Big Bend in June — 26% of peak crowds, highs 87°F, score 81/100
Common questions
Is Yellowstone crowded in June?
Yes — June runs 90% of Yellowstone's peak, averaging 830,987 recreation visits (NPS, 2021–2025).
What is the weather like in Yellowstone in June?
Average highs of 61°F, lows of 33°F, 2.4″ of precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals, YELLOWSTONE LAKE, WY US station).
What should I pack for Yellowstone in June?
Warm mid-layer (fleece or light puffy); Packable rain jacket; Sturdy broken-in footwear, navigation and a basic first-aid kit — the full weather-computed list is on this page.
See also: the best national parks to visit in June · Last verified 2026-09-12