Oklahoma City weather in May (Oklahoma, United States of America)

How is the weather in Oklahoma City in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Oklahoma City typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 26°C, while nights can cool down to about 15°C.

Oklahoma City in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 166 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 11 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 274 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October typically offers the best circumstances. While December tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Oklahoma City, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 166 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 59%  

Windspeed 22 km/h  

Sunshine 274 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the United States of America in May

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Oklahoma City in May?

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 in May.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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