Natchez Trace Parkway in May
In May, Natchez Trace Parkway averages a high of 83°F and a low of 59°F, with 4.4 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 599,000 people visit, the 10th busiest of 12 (very busy). Days are 13 hours 50 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 83° / 59°F
- Precipitation
- 4.4in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 13h 50m
- Visitors
- 599,000
- Crowds
- Very busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: October (very busy) and November (very busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Carthage, MS, 10.7 miles from the park's center, 370 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 |
| Gulf Islands National Seashore | 85° / 64° | Very busy | Hot |
| Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park | 77° / 57° | Busy | Mild |
| Buffalo National River | 72° / 54° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Ozark National Scenic Riverways | 78° / 51° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Natchez Trace Parkway on nps.gov
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