Tulsa in May
Great time to visit
May's peak Tulsa - perfect weather, major festivals, and the city at its most alive. You'll pay more and fight crowds, but it's worth every penny.
Weather
May brings Tulsa's glory days - warm but not hot, with long sunny stretches broken by spectacular thunderstorms. The humidity's still reasonable, and evenings stay comfortable for outdoor dining downtown. Rain comes heavy but brief.
27°C high15°C low11 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$120/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Mayfest downtown
- •Tulsa Tough cycling weekend
- •Memorial Day weekend events
May Tips
- •Book hotels well ahead for Mayfest and Tulsa Tough weekends
- •Perfect time for Arkansas River trails and Gathering Place
- •Pack a light rain jacket for afternoon storms
All Months
Skip summer unless you enjoy feeling like you're inside a hair dryer. July and August regularly hit 100°F with crushing humidity. Spring and fall offer perfect weather — think 70s during the day, 50s at night. October brings the best weather of the year, plus fall colors along the river. March through May works great too, though spring storms can roll through. Winter stays mild compared to northern cities, but ice storms occasionally shut everything down for a day or two. The Mayfest arts festival in May draws huge crowds, so book ahead. November through February sees the fewest tourists and lowest hotel rates.
Tulsa Scores
Solo
6/10
Couples
5/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
4/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
4/10
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