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Voyageurs in May

Verdict: Excellent — May ranks 1 of 12 here

January: Tough February: Tough March: Tough April: effectively closed May: Excellent June: Good July: Good August: Good September: Excellent October: Excellent November: Good December: effectively closed May — this page
Excellent Good Tough Closed Sunburst marks the sweet spot

May is an excellent month at Voyageurs — it ranks first of the twelve here. Expect about 42% fewer visitors than August, the park's peak — 28,084 visits on average. Days run around 64°F by afternoon and 38°F at night, with 15.2 hours of daylight.

May against the park's best

Month Verdict Avg. visits vs. peak High Low Snow Daylight
May (this page) Excellent 28,084 −42% 64°F 38°F 0.2" 15.2 h
August (peak crowds) Good 48,459 peak 76°F 50°F 0" 14.3 h

Weather figures are for the Rainy Lake area — the INTL Falls INTL AP station. Visits are 2021–2025 averages; climate normals cover 1991–2020. Conditions vary across the park; check current status before you go.

Common questions

Is May a good time to visit Voyageurs?

Yes — it is the park's best-scoring month. May ranks 1 of 12 at Voyageurs on crowds, weather, daylight, and access together.

How crowded is Voyageurs in May?

About 28,084 recreation visits on average — 42% below August, the park's peak.

How warm is Voyageurs in May?

Average highs around 64°F and lows around 38°F at the INTL Falls INTL AP station.

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