Kings Canyon National Park in May
In May, Kings Canyon National Park averages a high of 58°F and a low of 33°F, with 2.0 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 6.0 inches of snowfall. About 86,000 people visit, the 5th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 14 hours 07 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 58° / 33°F
- Precipitation
- 2.0in
- Snow
- 6.0in
- Daylight
- 14h 7m
- Visitors
- 86,000
- 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: Independence, CA at 3,950 ft averages a May high of 85°F and a low of 53°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Lodgepole, CA, 20.2 miles from the park's center, 6,735 ft. Second station lower down: Independence, CA, 3,950 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sequoia National Park | 58° / 33° | Busy | Mild |
| Death Valley National Park | 101° / 75° | Busy | Very hot |
| Yosemite National Park | 71° / 45° | Busy | Mild |
| Pinnacles National Park | 80° / 43° | Very busy | Mild |
| Channel Islands National Park | 72° / 54° | Busy | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Kings Canyon National Park on nps.gov
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