Wrangell-St. Elias National Park in May
In May, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park averages a high of 58°F and a low of 31°F, with 0.8 inches of precipitation (rain plus melted snow). About 5,300 people visit, the 5th busiest of 12 (quiet). Days are 17 hours 24 minutes long.
- Quiet
- Moderate
- Busy
- Very busy
- Few or no visits (may be closed)
- Best months
- High / low
- 58° / 31°F
- Precipitation
- 0.8in
- Snow
- 0.2in
- Daylight
- 17h 24m
- Visitors
- 5,300
- Crowds
- Quiet
May is one of the best months to visit: mild weather with quiet crowds.
Weather 1991–2020 averages at Silver Lake, AK, 23.5 miles from the park's center, 1,200 ft. Visitors National Park Service recreation visits, average of 2023–2025. Updated .
Other parks in May
| Park | High / low °F | Crowds | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenai Fjords National Park | 53° / 39° | Quiet | Cool |
| Denali National Park | 54° / 33° | Quiet | Cool |
| Glacier Bay National Park | 54° / 39° | Busy | Cool |
| Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park | 58° / 43° | Busy | Mild |
| Lake Clark National Park | 59° / 39° | Few or no visits | Mild |
Closures, reservations and alerts: Wrangell-St. Elias National Park on nps.gov
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