Joshua Tree National Park in May
In May, Joshua Tree National Park averages a high of 90°F and a low of 63°F, with 0.1 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 251,000 people visit, the 7th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 13 hours 54 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 90° / 63°F
- Precipitation
- 0.1in
- Snow
- –in
- Daylight
- 13h 54m
- Visitors
- 251,000
- Crowds
- Busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: November (busy).
Higher or lower in the park, expect a different picture: Desert Resorts Rgnl AP, CA at -118 ft averages a May high of 95°F and a low of 63°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Twentynine Palms, CA, 16.5 miles from the park's center, 1,975 ft. Second station lower down: Desert Resorts Rgnl AP, CA, -118 ft, 22.2 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in May
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Mead National Recreation Area | 91° / 65° | Very busy | Very hot |
| Death Valley National Park | 101° / 75° | Busy | Very hot |
| Channel Islands National Park | 72° / 54° | Busy | Mild |
| Sequoia National Park | 58° / 33° | Busy | Mild |
| Kings Canyon National Park | 58° / 33° | Busy | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Joshua Tree National Park on nps.gov
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