Golden Gate National Recreation Area in May
In May, Golden Gate National Recreation Area averages a high of 74°F and a low of 50°F, with 1.4 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 1,498,000 people visit, the 4th busiest of 12 (very busy). Days are 14 hours 12 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 74° / 50°F
- Precipitation
- 1.4in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 14h 12m
- Visitors
- 1,498,000
- Crowds
- Very busy
May is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with very busy crowds.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Kentfield, CA, 7.8 miles from the park's center, 145 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in May
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Point National Historic Site | 64° / 51° | Busy | Mild |
| Point Reyes National Seashore | 58° / 48° | Busy | Mild |
| San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park | 64° / 51° | Busy | Mild |
| Pinnacles National Park | 80° / 43° | Very busy | Mild |
| Yosemite National Park | 71° / 45° | Busy | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Golden Gate National Recreation Area on nps.gov
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