Pinnacles · May · California
Pinnacles National Park in May
May is a good month to visit Pinnacles National Park. Expect busy. Highs average 75°F and lows 50°F, with about 0.49 inches of rain.
May gets a good rating at Pinnacles. The very best months are Feb–Apr.
What to expect
May is good at Pinnacles. The best season. Wildflowers cover the hillsides from March to May and temperatures are ideal.
There's no road through the park. The east entrance has the campground and caves, and the west entrance is closer to the High Peaks from Soledad.
Good to know
- Best months overall: Feb–Apr.
- Closest airport: San Jose (SJC), about 1.5 hours.
- Before you go: Bear Gulch Cave closes partly or fully during parts of the year to protect a bat colony. Check cave status before you go. Check current conditions on nps.gov.
Questions
Is May a good time to visit Pinnacles National Park?
May is a good month to visit Pinnacles National Park. Expect busy. Highs average 75°F and lows 50°F, with about 0.49 inches of rain.
What is the weather like in Pinnacles National Park in May?
Highs average 75°F and lows 50°F, with about 0.49 inches of rain. May is rated good for visiting.
How crowded is Pinnacles National Park in May?
May brings busy to Pinnacles National Park. Go early in the day and book lodging ahead.