Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park in May
In May, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park averages a high of 66°F and a low of 38°F, with 1.6 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 36,000 people visit, the 5th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 14 hours 15 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 66° / 38°F
- Precipitation
- 1.6in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 14h 15m
- Visitors
- 36,000
- Crowds
- Busy
May is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with busy crowds.
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Montrose #2, CO at 5,789 ft averages a May high of 74°F and a low of 45°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison, CO, 3.5 miles from the park's center, 8,151 ft. Second station lower down: Montrose #2, CO, 5,789 ft, 9.8 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in May
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesa Verde National Park | 69° / 43° | Busy | Mild |
| Arches National Park | 80° / 53° | Very busy | Hot |
| Canyonlands National Park | 77° / 46° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Great Sand Dunes National Park | 66° / 38° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Rocky Mountain National Park | 59° / 28° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park on nps.gov
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