May weather forecast
Arkansas, USA

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.

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• Little Rock - May »
  On the first day of May in Little Rock sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. In Little Rock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation.
• Fayetteville - May »
  In Fayetteville, during May, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. The most humid month in Fayetteville is May, 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. On the first day of May in Fort Smith, Arkansas, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 8:04 pm.
• Springdale - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Springdale, Arkansas, is May, when the rain falls for 18.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation. March and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Springdale, Arkansas.
• 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. On the last day of the month, in Jonesboro, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.
• North Little Rock - May »
  On the last day of the month, in North Little Rock sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT. The start of May in North Little Rock brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 71.6°F (22°C) in April to a warm 80.2°F (26.8°C).
• Conway - May »
  In Conway, Arkansas, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 3.98" (101mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Conway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.1 days and collects up to 35.31" (897mm) of precipitation.
• Pine Bluff - May »
  On the last day of May, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:14 pm CDT. In Pine Bluff, during May, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.
• Bentonville - May »
  The month with the most rainfall in Bentonville is May, when the rain falls for 17.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation. In Bentonville in May, during 17.4 rainfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Hot Springs - May »
  In Hot Springs, during May, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation. In Hot Springs, during May, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.
• 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. In Benton, Arkansas, in May, during 15.2 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Texarkana - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Texarkana, Arkansas, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:20 pm CDT. In the month of May, Texarkana witnesses a marked temperature drop at night, averaging a low of 59°F (15°C).