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Death Valley National Park weather in May (California, United States of America)

Planning a trip to Death Valley National Park in May? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Death Valley National Park the weather in May is generally perfect, with high temperatures and almost no rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 26°C, while night temperatures can drop to 15°C.

Death Valley National Park in May usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 2 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 2 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 371 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. March, April, May, June, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, July, August and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Death Valley National Park climate page with graphs.

 

Death Valley National Park, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 6%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 2 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 days  
SunshineSunshine 371 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Furnace Creek, the United States of America (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Death Valley National Park in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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