Arches National Park in May
In May, Arches National Park averages a high of 80°F and a low of 53°F, with 0.8 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 192,000 people visit, the busiest month. Days are 14 hours 15 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 80° / 53°F
- Precipitation
- 0.8in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 14h 15m
- Visitors
- 192,000
- Crowds
- Very busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: March (busy) and November (moderate).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: La Sal 1SW, UT at 6,787 ft averages a May high of 69°F and a low of 40°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Arches NP Hqs, UT, 6.5 miles from the park's center, 4,093 ft. Second station higher up: La Sal 1SW, UT, 6,787 ft, 33.2 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in May
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canyonlands National Park | 77° / 46° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Capitol Reef National Park | 74° / 48° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park | 66° / 38° | Busy | Mild |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 82° / 53° | Very busy | Hot |
| Mesa Verde National Park | 69° / 43° | Busy | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Arches National Park on nps.gov
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