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Little Rock, AR Weather on May 27
May 27th in Little Rock, AR typically brings warm spring weather, with average highs around 84°F and lows near 63°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 27th was in 1978 (83°F average), while the coldest was 1976 (59°F) — a 24°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 38% of May 27th dates historically, with the wettest May 27th recording 3.3" of rain. The last decade has been 2.2°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 27
Planning for May 27th in Little Rock, AR? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 27 Weather Records for Little Rock
- •The all-time record high for May 27th in Little Rock, AR is 95°F, set in 1978.
- •The coldest May 27th on record dropped to 48°F in 1988.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on May 27th in 8 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), May 27th was 16°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 27 ever in Little Rock?
The warmest May 27 in Little Rock, AR reached 95°F in 1978. That is 11°F above the long-term average high of 84°F.
What was the coldest May 27 ever in Little Rock?
The coldest May 27 in Little Rock, AR dropped to 48°F in 1988. That is 15°F below the long-term average low of 63°F.
What is the average temperature on May 27 in Little Rock?
On May 27, Little Rock averages a high of 84°F and a low of 63°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from LITTLE ROCK AP ADAMS FLD.
How many years of weather data are available for May 27 in Little Rock?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 27 in Little Rock, AR, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 27 Weather History in Little Rock
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 71°F | 63°F | 0.18" | -- |
| 2024 | 92°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 84°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 82°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 89°F | 67°F | 1.57" | -- |
| 2020 | 82°F | 63°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 2019 | 90°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 89°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 89°F | 74°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 82°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 85°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 84°F | 68°F | 1.35" | -- |
| 2013 | 87°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 93°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 78°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 93°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 87°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 82°F | 68°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2007 | 86°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 91°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 84°F | 62°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 2004 | 84°F | 70°F | 0.53" | -- |
| 2003 | 81°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 83°F | 59°F | 1.02" | -- |
| 2001 | 86°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 83°F | 67°F | 3.23" | -- |
| 1999 | 79°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 87°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 88°F | 65°F | 1.32" | -- |
| 1996 | 86°F | 67°F | 3.3" | -- |
| 1995 | 86°F | 69°F | 2.26" | -- |
| 1994 | 76°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 84°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 67°F | 54°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1991 | 88°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 78°F | 63°F | 2.72" | -- |
| 1989 | 74°F | 61°F | 2.49" | -- |
| 1988 | 86°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 88°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 80°F | 59°F | 1.4" | -- |
| 1985 | 80°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 88°F | 60°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 1983 | 85°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 88°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 87°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 87°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 77°F | 61°F | 2.06" | -- |
| 1978 | 95°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 90°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 61°F | 57°F | 1.88" | -- |
| 1975 | 88°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1974 | 77°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 81°F | 67°F | 2.72" | -- |
| 1972 | 94°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 68°F | 59°F | 0.89" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: LITTLE ROCK AP ADAMS FLD
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Little Rock, AR, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.