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Little Rock weather in May (Arkansas, United States of America)

What weather conditions can you expect in Little Rock this May? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Little Rock includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 27°C, cooling off to about 16°C at night.

Precipitation

Little Rock in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 173 mm for the month. With the year's heaviest rain occurring this month, it's best to be equipped with a poncho to handle the frequent downpours. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 325 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. April, May, June, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, December tends to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Little Rock climate page with graphs.

 

Little Rock, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 173 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
SunshineSunshine 325 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 75%  

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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