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Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming Weather
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming Weather :: 19F Fair
19F Fair
Forecast for Tonight
Windy. Mostly cloudy. A 40 percent chance of snow after
midnight. Lows 15 to 23. Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph.
Forecast for Saturday
Windy. Chance of snow in the morning. Then snow likely
in the afternoon. Snow accumulation up to 2 inches. Highs 20 to 30. West winds 20 to 30 mph decreasing to 15 to 20 mph in the late
morning and afternoon. Chance of snow 70 percent.
Forecast for Saturday Night
Breezy. Colder. Mostly cloudy with a 30 percent
chance of snow in the evening. Then partly cloudy after midnight. Lows 8 to 16. West winds 15 to 20 mph.
Forecast for Sunday
Breezy. Cloudy. Chance of snow in the morning. Then snow
likely in the afternoon. Snow accumulation up to 1 inch. Highs 22 to
32. West winds 15 to 20 mph. Chance of snow 60 percent.
Yellowstone in Winter
Yellowstone is the first and oldest national park in the world. It has been impeccably preserved to protect its awe-inspiring geographic features like spouting geysers, hot springs, and the vivid Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River, among many more. Luckily, this park is open the entire year to enjoy, with many outdoor activities regardless of which month you visit.
Yellowstone National Park combines all the best aspects of the winter season. A blanket of snow covers the land while geysers are still active, spraying water and steam high into the brisk, invigorating air. Late fall to early spring, the park becomes an ivory playground with plentiful wildlife like elk and bison often seen roaming through the wilderness.
There are several plateaus and landscapes throughout the park, varying in elevation from 7,000 to 10,000 feet above sea level. The amount of snowfall at the park increases at higher elevations. Trails used for traveling in the spring, summer, and fall can now be utilized for cross-country skiing and snowmobile rides. There are many recreational options during the winter from guided snowmobile adventures to solo snowshoeing or ski trips.
Winter is a great time to see what Yellowstone has to offer while avoiding the crowd. The landscape is a sprawling winter paradise more peaceful than any other time of year.
Yellowstone Winter Weather
Winters in Yellowstone have a variable amount of snowfall, depending on the elevation. Snow may fall here any time of year, and the park averages 150 inches annually, while mountainous areas above Yellowstone Lake may get twice as much snow. Winter temperatures generally range from zero to 20-degrees F. It is not unusual for it to drop well below zero, especially at night. Wind and storms can change direction suddenly when hitting through valleys or against elevated terrain.
Come prepared for severe weather by bringing a hat, plenty of warm clothing to wear in layers, gloves, and thermal hiking boots and socks. Sunscreen and sunglasses are also a good idea to block out reflective rays from the sun.
Hibernation Station
The Hibernation Station in West Yellowstone, Montana is a year-round resort village made up of charming hand-made log cabins with rustic wood furniture and full baths. There are a number of elegant amenities including full and partial kitchenettes, gas fireplaces, and oversized jet tubs. It is an ideal place to stay in the wintertime, providing satellite TV, a wireless Internet lounge, and telephone services for all guests. There are a variety of cabin styles and sizes to accommodate any couple, family, or group. There is ample parking for visitors' vehicles or snowmobiles from home.
Ideal Location
Hibernation Station is only 3 blocks from the west entrance of Yellowstone National Park, making it easy for you to access the park anytime of year!
Hibernation Station’s prime location just on the edge of town provides quick access to all of the amenities of West Yellowstone, including restaurants, theatres, shops, boutiques, bars, pubs and more, as well as immediate access to thousands of miles of trails for riding in the National Forest area surrounding the park.
Premium Snowmobile Packages
Hibernation Station specializes in snowmobile packages for outside the park in the millions of acres of National Forest lands which surround the park boundaries.
Many people say they actually prefer riding outside the park as opposed to snowmobiling inside the park. There are less regulations, you can ride more powerful snowmachines, you are not restricted to just riding the main roadway as you are within the park, and you are not required to have a guide with you everywhere you go like you are inside the park.
Hibernation Station offers many options for snowmobile rentals and several lodging and snowmobiling packages for you to choose from. You can choose from either single or multi-day packages. The Hibernation Station can arrange to have your snowmobile delivered right to your cabins front door. Hibernation Station allows you to leave your snowmobile parked right at your cabin, allowing you to park and forget about your car during your vacation and use your snowmobile for all of your transportation and recreation needs.. Hibernation Station can also provide you with all of the extra equipment you need to enjoy a fun, warm and safe riding experience.
Take a look at the snowmobile rental prices below and call 1-866-875-8456 to talk with an agent about setting up a lodging and snowmobile package today!
| 500 Arctic Cat Sabre Cat 550 Ski Doo Expedition |
$125/day | Basic Touring Model, Single Basic Model, Single or Double |
| 500 Yamaha Phazer Mountain Lite | $145/day | Basic Mountain Performance, 144'' track |
| 4-Stroke Arctic Cat Touring | $150/day | Luxury Touring Model, Single or Double |
| 600 Ski-Doo Renegade 600 Arctic Cat Crossfire |
$159/day | Trail/Powder Performance, 136'' Trail/Powder Performance, 136'' |
| M-800 Arctic Cat 800 Ski-Doo Summit HO |
$175/day | Extreme Performance, 162'' Extreme Performance, 151'' |
| Yamaha Apex Mountain | $195/day | Exclusive Performance, 150 hp, 162'' track |
Damage insurance sold separately. A full tank of gas is provided at the time of pick-up.
Snowsuits, boots, helmets, and gloves are also available to rent.
Although Hibernation Station specializes in outside-the-park snowmobile packages, the staff at Hibernation Station can also make all of the arrangements for you to enjoy an in-park tour via snowcoach or snowmobile. Hibernation Station can arrange to have a Yellowstone snowcoach pick you up right at your cabin and wisk you off to a fun-filled day of beauty and adventure inside the park. A commercial guide is required for snowmobiling inside the park, and Hibernation Station will gladly set up a guided snowmobile or snowcoach tour of the park for you upon request. Call 1-866-875-8456 and speak with a reservations agent for more details.
To make reservations or get more details call:
1-866-875-8456
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Getting Aroung the Park in Winter
The winter season at Yellowstone National Park begins mid-December and ends mid-March. The North Entrance road at Gardiner, Montana to Cooke City and Sliver Gate, Montana at the Northeast section of the park (State Route 212) is the only road plowed and open for vehicles. There is no way to get beyond Cooke City except by snowmobile. Drivers must ultimately enter and exit the park through the North Entrance. This road may be closed temporarily in extreme weather conditions. Snow tires or chains may be required in some areas.
There is another transportation option for access into Yellowstone. Many visitors come into the park from the west or south on commercial snowcoach or snowmobile rides. There is a daily limit on snowmobiles and snowcoaches entering the park, so the earlier in the day you get started, the better. Private snowmobilers without guides are not allowed in. Off-road snowmobiling is also prohibited.
Snowcoach shuttles run the entire winter season from:
- West Yellowstone to Old Faithful and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
- South Entrance to Old Faithful
- Old Faithful to the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
- Mammoth Hot Springs to:
- Old Faithful
- West Yellowstone
- Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
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