Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park in May
In May, Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park averages a high of 58°F and a low of 43°F, with 1.1 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 213,000 people visit, the 4th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 17 hours 00 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 58° / 43°F
- Precipitation
- 1.1in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 17h 0m
- Visitors
- 213,000
- Crowds
- Busy
May is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with busy crowds.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Skagway AP, AK, 12.2 miles from the park's center, 20 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in May
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glacier Bay National Park | 54° / 39° | Busy | Cool |
| Wrangell-St. Elias National Park | 58° / 31° | Quiet | Mild |
| Kenai Fjords National Park | 53° / 39° | Quiet | Cool |
| Denali National Park | 54° / 33° | Quiet | Cool |
| Lake Clark National Park | 59° / 39° | Few or no visits | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park on nps.gov
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