Springfield weather in May (Missouri, United States of America)

Thinking of visiting Springfield in May? Check the weather first! Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Springfield includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 24°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 13°C.

Precipitation

Springfield in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 153 mm for the month. Prepare for the heaviest rain of the year this month, which often comes in heavy showers. A poncho is a smart choice to stay dry. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 15 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 271 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Springfield. April, May, June, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Springfield, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 24°C  

Chance of Rain 49%  

Precipitation 153 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 69%  

Sunshine 271 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 60%  

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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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 this month?

For visitors traveling to Springfield, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming

8/10

Camping

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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