Tokyo weather in May
In May, Tokyo has an average high of 23.6°C (74°F) and an average low of 14.6°C (58°F). Expect about 10 rainy days (140 mm, 5.5 in of rain for the month). Daytime highs are 4.2°C warmer than in April.
| Average high | 23.6°C / 74°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 14.6°C / 58°F |
| Daily average | 18.8°C / 66°F |
| Rain | 140 mm / 5.5 in |
| Rainy days (1 mm or more) | 10 days |
| Sunshine | 180 hours in the month |
| Days of 30°C (86°F) or more | 1 day |
Averages for 1991–2020 at the Japan Meteorological Agency's Tokyo weather station. Individual years vary.
What's in bloom in May
No cherry blossoms, plum blossoms or autumn colors are usually out in Tokyo in May. See other months for the flower seasons.
What to wear
Long or short sleeves with a thin layer for the evening.
Tokyo month by month
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Other cities in May
| City | High / low | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Sapporo | 18° / 9°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.