Capitol Reef National Park in May
In May, Capitol Reef National Park averages a high of 74°F and a low of 48°F, with 0.7 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 208,000 people visit, the busiest month. Days are 14 hours 13 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 74° / 48°F
- Precipitation
- 0.7in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 14h 13m
- Visitors
- 208,000
- Crowds
- Very busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: March (moderate) and April (busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Capitol Reef NP, UT, 10.6 miles from the park's center, 5,500 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in May
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 82° / 53° | Very busy | Hot |
| Canyonlands National Park | 77° / 46° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 63° / 37° | Very busy | Mild |
| Arches National Park | 80° / 53° | Very busy | Hot |
| Zion National Park | 84° / 53° | Very busy | Hot |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Capitol Reef National Park on nps.gov
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