Buffalo National River in May
In May, Buffalo National River averages a high of 72°F and a low of 54°F, with 5.5 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 236,000 people visit, the 3rd busiest of 12 (very busy). Days are 14 hours 03 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 72° / 54°F
- Precipitation
- 5.5in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 14h 3m
- Visitors
- 236,000
- Crowds
- Very busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: September (moderate) and November (quiet).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Kingston 2S, AR, 12 miles from the park's center, 2,145 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in May
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Springs National Park | 80° / 60° | Busy | Hot |
| Ozark National Scenic Riverways | 78° / 51° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Chickasaw National Recreation Area | 79° / 59° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Gateway Arch National Park | 77° / 57° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Natchez Trace Parkway | 83° / 59° | Very busy | Hot |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Buffalo National River on nps.gov
All twelve months at Buffalo National River · National parks to visit in May