Jackson Hole · SpringMonth summary
Jackson Hole weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
-1°C – 14°C
🌧 Rainy days
38% of days
☀️ Sunshine
13.3h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (9.7/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Jackson Hole in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you prefer museums and gastronomy — it's cool at 14°C.
❌ No if: you're looking for beach weather — it's not the right season.
Our take: May is a good time to visit Jackson Hole. July remains slightly better (+2.7 pts).
By trip type
Jackson Hole in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Shoulder season — good value with reasonable accommodation prices Spring marks the start of the good season in Jackson Hole. Temperatures rise (14°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 38% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (9.7/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ❄️ January | -12°C | -2°C | 43% | 2.3 | 7.0h | 3.5/10 | 8.0/10 |
| 🌨️ February | -10°C | 0°C | 55% | 3.1 | 7.7h | 2.7/10 | 8.4/10 |
| 🌨️ March | -7°C | 4°C | 46% | 2.4 | 10.0h | 4.0/10 | 8.0/10 |
| 🌦️ April | -4°C | 8°C | 46% | 2.1 | 12.0h | 4.8/10 | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ May | -1°C | 14°C | 38% | 1.7 | 13.3h | 7.0/10 | 5.4/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 5°C | 22°C | 29% | 1.4 | 14.9h | 8.4/10 | 4.6/10 |
| ☀️ July | 10°C | 27°C | 11% | 0.4 | 14.7h | 9.7/10 | 4.7/10 |
| ☀️ August | 9°C | 26°C | 16% | 1.0 | 13.0h | 9.0/10 | 4.6/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 5°C | 21°C | 26% | 1.9 | 11.7h | 7.8/10 | 4.7/10 |
| ⛅ October | -1°C | 12°C | 33% | 1.9 | 10.0h | 5.9/10 | 5.8/10 |
| 🌨️ November | -7°C | 4°C | 36% | 2.1 | 8.4h | 4.1/10 | 8.0/10 |
| ❄️ December | -11°C | -1°C | 42% | 2.6 | 6.6h | 3.4/10 | 8.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Jackson Hole averages 14°C, 38% rainy days and 13.3h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.0/10.
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Comparison
May vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 9.7/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +13°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -27%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.4h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Jackson Hole in May
Is May a good time to visit Jackson Hole?
Yes, May is a good time (7.0/10). Great for outdoor activities and hiking.
Can you ski in Jackson Hole in May?
Conditions are decent (ski score 5.4/10) but not optimal. Check slope conditions before going.
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