Late spring · Weather & things to do
Tulsa in May
The year's rain peaks now, with about 5.7 in (144 mm) falling in Tulsa, alongside highs near 79°F (26°C) and lows of 59°F (15°C).
It scores 75/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 79°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 59°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 5.7 in (144 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 57%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 55 min
- Comfort score
- 75/100 · Great
What May feels like
Highs settle around 79°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Lows average 59°F (15°C).
Humidity averages 75%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Expect regular rain: about 5.7 in (144 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around May
May is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (March & April and October & November).
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, April – June.
- Humidity season begins: 75% on average, up from 72% in April.
- Comfort slips from 84/100 in April to 75/100.
- May sits inside the Mar – May window our Oklahoma Route 66 route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothes79°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Tulsa in May
With 5.7 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Tally's Good Food Café
Route 66 diner famous for chicken-fried steak and huge cinnamon rolls.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.7 in of rain.
Bob Dylan Center
Museum of Dylan's notebooks, recordings and manuscripts, opened in 2022.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.7 in of rain.
Boston Avenue United Methodist Church
1929 Art Deco church with a 255-foot tower, the city's signature Deco landmark.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in May.
Mother Road Market
Food hall on Route 66 with local vendors and a mini-golf course.
Why now Easy to slot in when May's rain moves in.
Cain's Ballroom
1924 Western swing hall where Bob Wills played, still hosting concerts.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter May days.
Nearby in May
- Oklahoma City in May~98 mi · highs 81°F, 5.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Lake Hefner in May~98 mi · highs 81°F, 5.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Eureka Springs in May~127 mi · highs 75°F, 5.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Branson in May~158 mi · highs 77°F, 5.5 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, 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.
Tulsa in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Tulsa?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 75/100 against a best of 89 in March & April and October & November. Expect highs of 79°F (26°C) and 5.7 in (144 mm) of rain. May is inside the Mar – May window our Oklahoma Route 66 route recommends.
How hot is Tulsa in May?
Average highs are 79°F (26°C) and average lows 59°F (15°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Tulsa in May?
Yes: about 5.7 in (144 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 39.8 in (1010 mm).
What should I pack for Tulsa in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (79°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in May
- Oklahoma Route 66 Mar – May
Planning Tulsa 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.