White Sands National Park weather in May
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 29°C and lows of 15°C, with around 1 rainy day expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit White Sands National Park. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
29°C
Average low
15°C
Rainy days
1 days
Best months to visit
March, April, May, August, September, October
What to do in White Sands National Park in May
Whatever the weather, White Sands National Park rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Dune sledding: plastic saucer sliding down steep slopes
Hiking through the dunes: trails marking white landscape
Backcountry camping under stars: total darkness above
Sunset viewing from peak dune: golden light spectacle
Visitor center museum: geology and park information
Photography: golden hour and dune formations beauty
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
12C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
February
16C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
March
20C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
April
25C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
May (you are here)
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
June
35C
Very hot, and mostly sunny skies.
July
35C
Very hot, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
August
33C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
30C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
October
24C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
November
17C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
December
13C
Cool, and mostly sunny skies.
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