Channel Islands National Park in May
In May, Channel Islands National Park averages a high of 72°F and a low of 54°F, with 0.4 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 26,000 people visit, the 4th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 13 hours 55 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 72° / 54°F
- Precipitation
- 0.4in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 13h 55m
- Visitors
- 26,000
- Crowds
- Busy
May is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with busy crowds.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Santa Barbara, CA, 27.5 miles from the park's center, 16 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in May
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sequoia National Park | 58° / 33° | Busy | Mild |
| Pinnacles National Park | 80° / 43° | Very busy | Mild |
| Kings Canyon National Park | 58° / 33° | Busy | Mild |
| Joshua Tree National Park | 90° / 63° | Busy | Hot |
| Death Valley National Park | 101° / 75° | Busy | Very hot |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Channel Islands National Park on nps.gov
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