Late spring · Weather & things to do
Eureka Springs in May
The year's rain peaks now, with about 5.9 in (149 mm) falling in Eureka Springs, alongside highs near 75°F (24°C) and lows of 57°F (14°C).
It scores 71/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 75°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 57°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 5.9 in (149 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 56 min
- Comfort score
- 71/100 · Good
What May feels like
Days are warm, averaging 75°F (24°C).
Lows average 57°F (14°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.9 in (149 mm) across the month.
Plan around May
May is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April and September & October).
- First warm month: highs reach 75°F, up from 68°F in April.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, March – May.
- Comfort slips from 80/100 in April to 71/100.
- May sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Ozarks Hidden Gems route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 75°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.9 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Eureka Springs in May
With 5.9 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Eureka Springs Historical Museum
Town history from Victorian spa days in an 1889 stone building.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.9 in of rain.
Gotahold Brewing
Craft brewery with a wooded beer garden and live music.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.9 in of rain.
Crescent Hotel
1886 hilltop hotel with views and nightly ghost tours.
Mud Street Cafe
Below-street-level café in an old building, known for breakfasts and coffee.
Lake Leatherwood City Park
Spring-fed lake with hiking and mountain biking trails close to town.
Nearby in May
- Branson in May~33 mi · highs 77°F, 5.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Springfield in May~61 mi · highs 74°F, 5.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Tulsa in May~127 mi · highs 79°F, 5.7 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Kansas City in May~192 mi · highs 75°F, 5.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Eureka Springs in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Eureka Springs?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 71/100 against a best of 86 in April and September & October. Expect highs of 75°F (24°C) and 5.9 in (149 mm) of rain. May is inside the Apr – Oct window our Ozarks Hidden Gems route recommends.
How hot is Eureka Springs in May?
Average highs are 75°F (24°C) and average lows 57°F (14°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Eureka Springs in May?
Yes: about 5.9 in (149 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 46.1 in (1172 mm).
What should I pack for Eureka Springs in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 75°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.9 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Eureka Springs
Routes in season in May
- Ozarks Hidden Gems Apr – Oct
Planning Eureka Springs in May?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.