Overhanging Cliff

Cliff Notable steep cliff in Yellowstone National Park

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Overhanging Cliff
44.8955, -110.3894

How to Get to Overhanging Cliff #

Overhanging Cliff is typically accessed via park roads and marked trails; nearest visitor centers and ranger stations provide local route information. Expect a short walk from parking areas to the official viewpoint.

Tips for Visiting Overhanging Cliff #

  • Approach early in the morning for the clearest light and the best chance to see wildlife in the valleys below.
  • Do not venture beyond safety rails or marked viewpoints-the overhangs can be deceptive and rockfall is a real hazard.
  • Pair the viewpoint with a ranger-led talk if available to better understand the geology and geothermal history of the park.

Best Time to Visit Overhanging Cliff #

Spring through autumn offers the best access and conditions for visiting cliff viewpoints.

Summer (June-August)
Jun-Aug · 10-25°C
Most accessible and comfortable for trail exploration, though crowded at popular viewpoints.
Spring/Autumn (Apr-May, Sept-Oct)
Apr-May, Sep-Oct · 5-15°C
Cooler temperatures and fewer visitors; light at dawn and dusk is excellent for photography.

Weather & Climate near Overhanging Cliff #

Climate

Overhanging Cliff's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -16°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (532 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
25°
Warmest Month
-17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -3°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).

Comfort

-10°
Feels Like Freezing
-10°C
Temperature
-17° -3°

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).

Comfort

-7°
Feels Like Freezing
-7°C
Temperature
-15°

Weather

36 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-11°

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-6° 10°

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1° 15°

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with 59 mm of rain.

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
25°

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
25°

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cold with highs of 20°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
-1° 20°

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5° 13°

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

Comfort

-3°
Feels Like Freezing
-3°C
Temperature
-10°

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-15° -2°

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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