Rock Creek Park in May
In May, Rock Creek Park averages a high of 76°F and a low of 54°F, with 4.4 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 164,000 people visit, the 5th busiest of 12 (busy). Days are 14 hours 17 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 76° / 54°F
- Precipitation
- 4.4in
- Snow
- 0in
- Daylight
- 14h 17m
- Visitors
- 164,000
- Crowds
- Busy
Best months for weather and crowds instead: April (busy) and November (busy).
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Dalecarlia Rsvr, MD, 4 miles from the park's center, 150 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in May
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| World War I Memorial | 77° / 58° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial | 77° / 58° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Lincoln Memorial | 77° / 58° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| World War II Memorial | 77° / 58° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial | 77° / 58° | Very busy | Mild, wet |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Rock Creek Park on nps.gov
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