Hot Springs National Park weather in May

May in Hot Springs National Park: warm, soaked — a great time to visit.

#6 of 12 months in Hot Springs National Park · #408 of 604 destinations to visit in May · comfort 76/100 (tier B)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Hot Springs National Park climate normals — May

Daytime high26°C / 78°F🌤 warm
Nighttime low16°C / 61°F
Feels like (high)28°C / 82°F
Rainfall180 mm / 7.1 in⛈ soaked
Rainy days13 days
Humidity73%💧 humid
Dew point16°C / 61°F
Sunshine9.8 h/day
Daylight14 h
Wind15 km/h / 9 mph
Air quality (US AQI)51🙂 moderate

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Hot Springs National Park in May — FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Hot Springs National Park?
May in Hot Springs National Park: warm, soaked — a great time to visit. It ranks #6 of 12 months for Hot Springs National Park on SeasonMap's comfort score (76/100).
What is the weather like in Hot Springs National Park in May?
In May, Hot Springs National Park averages a daily high of 25.6°C and a low of 16.3°C, with about 179.6 mm of rain over roughly 12.8 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Hot Springs National Park in May?
Hot Springs National Park has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 51 in May.

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