Sapporo weather in May
In May, Sapporo has an average high of 17.9°C (64°F) and an average low of 9.0°C (48°F). Expect about 9 rainy days (56 mm, 2.2 in of rain for the month). Daytime highs are 6.2°C warmer than in April.
| Average high | 17.9°C / 64°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 9.0°C / 48°F |
| Daily average | 13.0°C / 55°F |
| Rain | 56 mm / 2.2 in |
| Rainy days (1 mm or more) | 9 days |
| Sunshine | 200 hours in the month |
Averages for 1991–2020 at the Japan Meteorological Agency's Sapporo weather station. Individual years vary.
What's in bloom in May
- Cherry blossoms: out in 50% of the last 30 years in the week of May 7 – May 13.
What to wear
A light jacket or sweater and long sleeves. Comfortable for walking, cool after dark.
Sapporo month by month
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Other cities in May
| City | High / low | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 24° / 15°C | 10 |
| Kyoto | 25° / 15°C | 10 |
| Osaka | 25° / 16°C | 10 |
| Nara | 25° / 14°C | 10 |
| Hiroshima | 24° / 15°C | 9 |
| Fukuoka | 24° / 16°C | 9 |
| Nagoya | 25° / 15°C | 10 |
| Sendai | 20° / 12°C | 9 |
| Naha | 27° / 22°C | 11 |
See Japan weather in May for all regions.
Source: Japan Meteorological Agency climate normals 1991–2020 and phenological observations (processed by Japan Bloom Calendar). Not a forecast.