May weather forecast
Tulsa, OK

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A bridge over the Arkansas River overlooking the scenic Tulsa city in Oklahoma
A bridge over the Arkansas River overlooking the scenic Tulsa city in Oklahoma

Weather in May

May in Tulsa, Oklahoma, marks a significant shift towards summer. The chill completely dissipates as temperatures maintain a steady climb upwards. The high temperature inevitably leads to elevated levels of humidity, a feature noticeably absent in April. Consequently, May sees a peak in rainfall, dots of wet days breaking the otherwise hot weather. Despite the showers, May possesses a generous quantity of daylight hours, indicating the approaching summer solstice.

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's agreeable 69.1°F (20.6°C) to a moderately hot 76.1°F (24.5°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 59.4°F (15.2°C) in May.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, May is the most humid month.

Rainfall

May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of May, in Tulsa, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:35 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Tulsa in May?

Tulsa in May has an average high-temperature of 76.1°F (24.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 59.4°F (15.2°C).

What is the most humid month in Tulsa?

The most humid month in Tulsa is May, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Tulsa?

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Tulsa?

The month with the most rainfall in Tulsa is May, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Tulsa?

In Tulsa, in May, during 13.8 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Tulsa?

In Tulsa, Oklahoma, snow does not fall in April through October.

What is the average length of the day in May in Tulsa?

The average day length in May in Tulsa is 14h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Tulsa?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:35 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Tulsa?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Tulsa?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Tulsa, OK

Average temperature in May - Tulsa, OK
  • Average high temperature in May: 76.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 59.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Tulsa, OK

Average pressure in May - Tulsa, OK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Tulsa, OK

Average wind speed in May - Tulsa, OK
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Tulsa, OK

Average humidity in May - Tulsa, OK
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, August and October (67%).

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Average rainfall in May
Tulsa, OK

Average rainfall in May - Tulsa, OK
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in May
Tulsa, OK

Average rainfall days in May - Tulsa, OK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Tulsa, OK

Average snowfall in May - Tulsa, OK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Tulsa, OK

Average snowfall days in May - Tulsa, OK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tulsa, OK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tulsa, OK
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Tulsa, OK

Average sunshine days in May - Tulsa, OK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Tulsa, OK

Average UV index in May - Tulsa, OK
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Tulsa, OK

Average cloud cover in May - Tulsa, OK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in May
Tulsa, OK

Average visibility in May - Tulsa, OK
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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