Monthly climate guide
Tulsa weather in May
May in Tulsa is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 26°C (79°F) and night-time lows near 15°C (59°F). The month usually brings about 156 mm of rain (very wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than April and 5°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- May brings late spring to Tulsa.
- Rain is above Tulsa's usual level, by about 86%.
- Humidity near 76% makes 26°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- It warms up quickly from here: by June highs are about 6°C higher.
It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
26°C
79°F
Avg low
15°C
59°F
Rainfall
156 mm
very wet
Humidity
76%
relative
Sky
57%
cloud · often cloudy
Tulsa weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C / 47°F | -2°C / 28°F | 39 mm | 74% | 50% |
| February | 11°C / 51°F | -1°C / 31°F | 49 mm | 75% | 58% |
| March | 17°C / 63°F | 5°C / 40°F | 73 mm | 73% | 57% |
| April | 22°C / 71°F | 9°C / 49°F | 120 mm | 72% | 58% |
| May | 26°C / 79°F | 15°C / 59°F | 156 mm | 76% | 57% |
| June | 32°C / 89°F | 21°C / 69°F | 86 mm | 71% | 44% |
| July | 35°C / 95°F | 23°C / 74°F | 96 mm | 64% | 44% |
| August | 34°C / 93°F | 22°C / 71°F | 100 mm | 64% | 45% |
| September | 31°C / 87°F | 18°C / 65°F | 81 mm | 65% | 41% |
| October | 23°C / 74°F | 10°C / 51°F | 95 mm | 68% | 44% |
| November | 16°C / 61°F | 4°C / 39°F | 58 mm | 72% | 46% |
| December | 10°C / 50°F | -1°C / 31°F | 55 mm | 77% | 57% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is May a good time to visit Tulsa?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Tulsa →Other United States cities in May
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Tulsa in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Tulsa?
May is one of the wetter months in Tulsa, with about 156 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Tulsa in May?
Average highs are about 26°C (79°F) and average lows about 15°C (59°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Tulsa in May?
Tulsa typically gets around 156 mm of rain in May — very wet. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Tulsa (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.