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

Planning a trip to Tulsa in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

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

Tulsa in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 139 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 11 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 268 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, December tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Tulsa, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 139 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 69%  
SunshineSunshine 268 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 61%  

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.

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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 Tulsa 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
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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