May weather forecast
Sapporo, Japan

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Weather in May

May is a delightful month in Sapporo with characteristic mild weather and nature in full bloom. Compared to April, May sees a significant increase in both daytime high temperatures and sunshine duration. A surge in temperatures up to 15.9°C (60.6°F) makes the ambience comfortable, prompting inhabitants to spend more time outdoors. Residents and visitors alike relish the city's renowned gardens and parks. Festivals celebrating the blossoming of flowers add additional color to the increasingly warm month.

Temperature

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). An average nighttime temperature of 6.5°C (43.7°F) is noted in Sapporo during the month of May.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Sapporo, in May, during 14.6 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167 rainfall days, and 843mm (33.19") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:27 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of May, in Sapporo, sunrise is at 03:58 and sunset at 19:06 JST.

Sunshine

In Sapporo, Japan, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sapporo is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Sapporo?

The high-temperature, in May, in Sapporo, is 15.9°C (60.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 6.5°C (43.7°F).

What is the least humid month in Sapporo?

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Sapporo?

The average relative humidity in May in Sapporo is 77%.

How much does it rain in Sapporo in May?

In May, in Sapporo, Japan, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout May, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Sapporo?

May through September are months without snowfall in Sapporo, Japan.

Does it snow in Sapporo in May?

In May, in Sapporo, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the average length of the day in May in Sapporo?

In May, the average day length in Sapporo, Japan, is 14h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sapporo?

On the first day of May in Sapporo, Japan, sunrise is at 04:27 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:58 and sunset at 19:06 JST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sapporo?

In Sapporo, Japan, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Sapporo?

In Sapporo, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sapporo, Japan

Average temperature in May - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average high temperature in May: 15.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10°C).

Average pressure in May
Sapporo, Japan

Average pressure in May - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average pressure in May: 1010.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Sapporo, Japan

Average wind speed in May - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and December (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Sapporo, Japan

Average humidity in May - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Sapporo, Japan

Average rainfall in May - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average rainfall in May: 54mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (112mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (51mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Sapporo, Japan

Average rainfall days in May - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sapporo, Japan

Average snowfall in May - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (430mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Sapporo, Japan

Average snowfall days in May - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (28 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sapporo, Japan

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sapporo, Japan

Average sunshine days in May - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (2.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Sapporo, Japan

Average UV index in May - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Sapporo, Japan

Average cloud cover in May - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in May
Sapporo, Japan

Average visibility in May - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May and October (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (6km).

Sapporo, Japan

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