Petrified Forest · May · Arizona
Petrified Forest National Park in May
May is a prime month to visit Petrified Forest National Park. Crowds are moderate. Highs average 78°F and lows 50°F, with about 0.37 inches of rain.
May gets a prime rating at Petrified Forest. The very best months are Apr–May, Oct.
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What to expect
May is prime at Petrified Forest. Mild, but often windy. Wildflowers can appear in wet years.
It works as a half-day stop on I-40. Enter at one end and exit the other on the 28-mile park road.
Good to know
- Best months overall: Apr–May, Oct.
- Closest airport: Phoenix (PHX) or Albuquerque (ABQ), about 3.5 hours.
- Before you go: Taking any petrified wood from the park is illegal. Buy it from shops outside the park, which sell wood collected on private land. Check current conditions on nps.gov.
Questions
Is May a good time to visit Petrified Forest National Park?
May is a prime month to visit Petrified Forest National Park. Crowds are moderate. Highs average 78°F and lows 50°F, with about 0.37 inches of rain.
What is the weather like in Petrified Forest National Park in May?
Highs average 78°F and lows 50°F, with about 0.37 inches of rain. May is rated prime for visiting.
How crowded is Petrified Forest National Park in May?
Crowds are moderate in May.