Late spring · Weather & things to do
Springfield in May
The year's rain peaks now, with about 5.7 in (146 mm) falling in Springfield, alongside highs near 74°F (24°C) and lows of 55°F (13°C).
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 69/100, 7th of 12.
- Avg high
- 74°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 55°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 5.7 in (146 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~14 h
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What May feels like
Days are warm, averaging 74°F (24°C).
Lows average 55°F (13°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.7 in (146 mm) across the month.
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are September & October.
- First warm month: highs reach 74°F, up from 67°F in April.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, March – May.
- Comfort slips from 79/100 in April to 69/100.
- May sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Ozarks Hidden Gems route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes74°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes5.7 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Springfield in May
Wet days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
The original Bass Pro flagship, with aquariums and taxidermy, attached to the museum.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.7 in of rain.
Lambert's Cafe
Ozark outpost of the home of 'throwed rolls,' tossed across the dining room.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.7 in of rain.
Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden
7.5-acre Japanese garden with koi ponds and a moon bridge.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Apr–Oct.
Mother's Brewing Company
Downtown brewery taproom in a former bakery building.
Why now Easy to slot in when May's rain moves in.
Leong's Asian Diner
Family restaurant from the inventors of Springfield-style cashew chicken.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter May days.
Nearby in May
- Branson in May~39 mi · highs 77°F, 5.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Eureka Springs in May~61 mi · highs 75°F, 5.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Kansas City in May~148 mi · highs 75°F, 5.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lawrence in May~161 mi · highs 76°F, 5.5 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.
Springfield in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Springfield?
It's middling, scoring 69/100. The best months are September & October, at up to 87. Expect highs of 74°F (24°C) and 5.7 in (146 mm) of rain. May is inside the Apr – Oct window our Ozarks Hidden Gems route recommends.
How hot is Springfield in May?
Average highs are 74°F (24°C) and average lows 55°F (13°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Springfield in May?
Yes: about 5.7 in (146 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 47.8 in (1214 mm).
What should I pack for Springfield in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (74°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (5.7 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Springfield
Routes in season in May
- Ozarks Hidden Gems Apr – Oct
Planning Springfield in May?
Share this May plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.