SpringOff season ~96°F highs

Things to do in Yuma in May

May is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Yuma, with average highs around 96°F. Blooming parks and mild days make it easy to pack in sights.

Plan a May weekend Where else in May

Best picks for May

What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in May.

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Reserva de la Biosfera El Pinacate y Gran Desierto de Altar

biosphere reserve in Mexico

2Spring blooms

Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park

19th-Century prison in Arizona, US

3Spring blooms

Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge

Holidays in May 2027

Memorial Day · Mon, May 31

Expect busier roads and pricier stays around these dates. See long weekends.

Also great in May in Arizona

Flagstaff

Yuma in May: quick answers

Is May a good time to visit Yuma?

May is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Yuma, with average highs around 96°F. Blooming parks and mild days make it easy to pack in sights.

What is the weather like in Yuma in May?

Average daytime highs are around 96°F, compared with 109°F in the warmest month. Check the forecast a week out; our planner favors indoor stops on rainy days.

What are the best things to do in Yuma in May?

Top picks for May: Reserva de la Biosfera El Pinacate y Gran Desierto de Altar, Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park, Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge, Kofa National Wildlife Refuge, Muggins Mountain Wilderness.