Grand Canyon weather in May
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C, with around 4 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Grand Canyon. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
20°C
Average low
7°C
Rainy days
4 days
Best months to visit
May, June, July, August, September
What to do in Grand Canyon in May
Whatever the weather, Grand Canyon rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Explore
Dine
Culture
Nature
Shopping
Day trips
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
4C
Cold, with occasional showers.
February
6C
Cold, with occasional showers.
March
10C
Cool, with occasional showers.
April
16C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
May (you are here)
20C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
June
28C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
July
29C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
August
27C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
September
24C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
October
17C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
November
11C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
December
5C
Cold, with occasional showers.
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