Hot Springs National Park in May
In May, Hot Springs National Park averages a high of 80°F and a low of 60°F, with 6.5 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 203,000 people visit, the 7th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 13 hours 57 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 80° / 60°F
- Precipitation
- 6.5in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 13h 57m
- Visitors
- 203,000
- Crowds
- Busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: February (busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Hot Springs 1 NNE, AR, 1.6 miles from the park's center, 626 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in May
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo National River | 72° / 54° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Ozark National Scenic Riverways | 78° / 51° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
| Natchez Trace Parkway | 83° / 59° | Very busy | Hot |
| Chickasaw National Recreation Area | 79° / 59° | Busy | Mild, wet |
| Gateway Arch National Park | 77° / 57° | Moderate | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Hot Springs National Park on nps.gov
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