May weather forecast
Japan

May is a delightful month in Japan as the country transitions from spring to early summer. It is characterized by mild temperatures, less rainfall, and lush greenery following the cherry blossom season.

In the northern regions of Japan, specifically Hokkaido, temperatures rise to 14°C (57.2°F). The weather during this month is generally pleasant with the lingering chill of spring gradually giving way to the warmth of early summer. Cities like Sapporo experience warm days and cool nights, perfect for outdoor activities.

Central Japan, including regions around the Sea of Japan and the Central Highlands, experience average temperatures of about 19°C (66.2°F). The snow has entirely disappeared, and the landscapes are vibrant with spring foliage.

In southern Japan, regions such as Okinawa see temperatures averaging 25°C (77°F). The climate is warmer than the rest of the country, with signs of early summer evident in the increasing temperatures.

Rainfall in May is moderate across Japan. The country receives precipitation varying between 90mm (3.54") to 140mm (5.51"). It is the precursor to the rainy season that begins in June. The end of snowfall in northern and central areas is replaced by sporadic showers, nourishing the lush green landscapes left behind after the cherry blossom season.

May marks the end of the Golden Week, one of Japan's busiest holiday seasons. Despite being sandwiched between the cherry blossom season in April and the rainy season in June, May stands out with its pleasant weather and clear skies, making it a desirable month to experience the transition from spring to early summer in Japan.

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• Tokyo - May »
  In Tokyo, Japan, in May, during 10.3 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tokyo, Japan, snow does not fall in April through December.
• Yokohama - May »
  In Yokohama, Japan, during May, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation. The month of May in Yokohama sees another increase in temperatures, this time reaching up to 21.9°C (71.4°F) while the lowest dips to 16.4°C (61.5°F).
• Osaka - May »
  In Osaka, Japan, in May, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 146mm (5.75") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Osaka, there are 98.1 rainfall days, and 1279mm (50.35") of precipitation is accumulated.
• Nagoya - May »
  The onset of May in Nagoya brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from an enjoyable 19.9°C (67.8°F) in April to a warm 24.1°C (75.4°F). In Nagoya in May, during 11.4 rainfall days, 157mm (6.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Sapporo - May »
  On the first day of May in Sapporo sunrise is at 04:27 and sunset at 18:35. Sapporo sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a chilly 8.3°C (46.9°F) in April to a refreshing 15.9°C (60.6°F).
• Fukuoka - May »
  Throughout the year, in Fukuoka, there are 128.6 rainfall days, and 1632mm (64.25") of precipitation is accumulated. On the first day of May in Fukuoka, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 19:01.
• Kobe - May »
  In Kobe the average seawater temperature in May is 18.5°C (65.3°F). In Kobe, Japan, the average seawater temperature in May is 18.5°C (65.3°F).
• Kyoto - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Kyoto, Japan, sunrise is at 04:44 and sunset at 19:04 JST. In Kyoto in May, during 12.8 rainfall days, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Kawasaki - May »
  Kawasaki's weather shows a temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a refreshing 18°C (64.4°F) in April to a warm 23.9°C (75°F). In Kawasaki, Japan, in May, during 13.3 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Saitama - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Saitama, sunrise is at 04:26 and sunset at 18:51 JST. In Saitama during May, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation.
• Hiroshima - May »
  Hiroshima's transition into May is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from a comfortable 19.7°C (67.5°F) in April to a moderately hot 24.1°C (75.4°F). In Hiroshima, in May, the average water temperature is 17.1°C (62.8°F).
• Sendai - May »
  On the last day of the month, in Sendai, sunrise is at 04:15 and sunset at 18:53 JST. The months with the lowest humidity in Sendai are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 72%.