Petrified Forest National Park in May
In May, Petrified Forest National Park averages a high of 78°F and a low of 44°F, with 0.5 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 55,000 people visit, the 2nd busiest of 12 (very busy). Days are 13 hours 58 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 78° / 44°F
- Precipitation
- 0.5in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 13h 58m
- Visitors
- 55,000
- Crowds
- Very busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: March (busy), April (busy) and November (moderate).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Painted Desert NP, AZ, 9.5 miles from the park's center, 5,760 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in May
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon National Park | 70° / 36° | Very busy | Mild |
| Mesa Verde National Park | 69° / 43° | Busy | Mild |
| Glen Canyon National Recreation Area | 82° / 53° | Very busy | Hot |
| Saguaro National Park | 90° / 46° | Moderate | Very hot |
| Bryce Canyon National Park | 63° / 37° | Very busy | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Petrified Forest National Park on nps.gov
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