May weather forecast
Arkansas, USA

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Weather in May

May marks the onset of warm and humid conditions in Arkansas, signaling the approaching summer. In the northern and western regions, such as the Ozarks and Ouachita Mountains, average high temperatures typically reach 78°F (25.6°C), with lows around 58°F (14.4°C). The southern regions often experience similar or slightly warmer conditions.

Rainfall continues to be a common feature in May, but the showers are interspersed with longer periods of sunshine and clear weather. The southeastern portion of the state and the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains usually receive more rainfall than other areas.

With the increase in temperatures, the likelihood of frost or freezing conditions becomes negligible. The state's vegetation is in full bloom, and the landscapes are lush and green.

The transition from the comfortable temperatures of April to the hot and humid conditions of June is more pronounced in May. While the weather is generally pleasant, the humidity begins to rise, particularly in the southern parts of the state. This sets the stage for the hot and often oppressive summer weather that characterizes June, July, and August in Arkansas. The growing season is in full swing, and the climate supports a wide range of agricultural activities, including the cultivation of rice and cotton.

  • Little Rock - May »
    On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT. Throughout the year, in Little Rock there are 133.5 rainfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation is accumulated.
  • Fayetteville - May »
    The month with the most rainfall in Fayetteville is May, when the rain falls for 16.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. May is the most humid month in Fayetteville, with an average relative humidity of 78%.
  • Fort Smith - May »
    The month with the most rainfall in Fort Smith is May, when the rain falls for 13.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. In Fort Smith in May, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.
  • Springdale - May »
    On the last day of the month, in Springdale sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:27 pm CDT. The months with the highest humidity in Springdale, Arkansas, are March and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.
  • Jonesboro - May »
    The month with the most rainfall in Jonesboro is May, when the rain falls for 15.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation. In Jonesboro in May, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.
  • North Little Rock - May »
    Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature in North Little Rock during May adjusts from April's agreeable 71.6°F (22°C) to a warm 80.2°F (26.8°C). On the last day of the month, in North Little Rock, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.
  • Conway - May »
    Throughout the year, in Conway there are 149.1 rainfall days, and 35.31" (897mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Conway during May, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.
  • Pine Bluff - May »
    In Pine Bluff during May, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. As April transitions into May in Pine Bluff, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from an agreeable 72.1°F (22.3°C) to a warm 80.6°F (27°C).
  • Bentonville - May »
    With an average relative humidity of 77%, May is the most humid month in Bentonville, Arkansas. On the last day of the month, in Bentonville, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:28 pm CDT.
  • Hot Springs - May »
    In Hot Springs in May, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. With the onset of May, Hot Springs observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from April's agreeable 71.2°F (21.8°C) to a moderately hot 79.5°F (26.4°C).
  • Benton - May »
    Benton sees temperature highs reach an average of 80.6°F (27°C) in May, making it the first month to cross the 80°F (26.7°C) mark. On the first day of May in Benton, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:54 pm.
  • Texarkana - May »
    The month with the most rainfall in Texarkana is May, when the rain falls for 9 days and typically aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of precipitation. On the last day of the month, in Texarkana, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT.
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