Mesa Verde National Park in May
In May, Mesa Verde National Park averages a high of 69°F and a low of 43°F, with 1.1 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow) and 0.6 inches of snowfall. About 55,000 people visit, the 5th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 14 hours 09 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 69° / 43°F
- Precipitation
- 1.1in
- Snow
- 0.6in
- Daylight
- 14h 9m
- Visitors
- 55,000
- 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: Fruitland, NM at 5,130 ft averages a May high of 78°F and a low of 40°F.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Mesa Verde NP, CO, 4.2 miles from the park's center, 7,142 ft. Second station lower down: Fruitland, NM, 5,130 ft, 36.1 miles. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in May
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park | 66° / 38° | Busy | Mild |
| Canyonlands National Park | 77° / 46° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Arches National Park | 80° / 53° | Very busy | Hot |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 82° / 53° | Very busy | Hot |
| Great Sand Dunes National Park | 66° / 38° | Busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Mesa Verde National Park on nps.gov
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