The weather in May in Oklahoma City
It's warm in May in Oklahoma City with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 19°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2014, Oklahoma City reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 502 mm of precipitation, spread over 22 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Oklahoma City
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Oklahoma City. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
Oklahoma City | New York | |
---|---|---|
Average temperature | 26°C | 22°C |
Max. temperature | 29°C | 28°C |
Min. temperature | 13°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 502 mm | 105 mm |
Rainy days | 22 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Oklahoma City with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 26°C, with nights around 17°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Oklahoma City is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Oklahoma City
Temperature in May in Oklahoma City over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Oklahoma City
Total precipitation in May in Oklahoma City over the years
Daily UV index in May in Oklahoma City
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Oklahoma City, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Oklahoma City by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Oklahoma City. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.