Arkansas weather in May
Thinking about venturing to Arkansas this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Arkansas in May?
Arkansas is a region in the United States of America. May in Arkansas generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 24°C in Rogers to 28°C in Magnolia. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C in Magnolia and 14°C in Rogers.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in El Dorado with an average of 112 mm to heavy rainfall in Brinkley with 206 mm. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Little Rock receives the most rainfall during this month of the year. Meanwhile, Little Rock enjoys approximately 325 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
For a closer look at May's conditions in Arkansas, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Arkansas's yearly weather, check out our Arkansas climate page.
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Average weather in Little Rock
In May Little Rock generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in West Memphis
In May West Memphis generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Jonesboro
In May Jonesboro generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Blytheville
In May Blytheville generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Forrest City
In May Forrest City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Arkansas, in the United States of America.
Is May the best time to visit Arkansas?
We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Arkansas with overall pleasant weather in Little Rock.
Generally speaking, April, May, June, September and October provide pleasant weather in Little Rock. On the other hand, the month of December tends to have poor weather conditions.
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