Japan (Kyoto) · May
Low seasonJapan · Asia
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 9° | 10° | 15° | 20° | 25° | 28° | 32° | 34° | 30° | 24° | 18° | 11° |
MINMIN | 2° | 3° | 5° | 10° | 15° | 20° | 25° | 26° | 22° | 16° | 9° | 4° |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 6h UV 7 | 6h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 6h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 |
🌧Rain Days | 5d47mm | 6d68mm | 8d106mm | 8d125mm | 8d144mm | 10d178mm | 11d246mm | 8d180mm | 9d174mm | 7d124mm | 5d65mm | 5d56mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in June.
May is an acceptable travel month for Japan (Kyoto) — conditions are fine, though June, July, August, and September offer even better weather.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 25°C, cooling to 15°C at night (daily average: 20°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 8 rain days with 144 mm total.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Packing list for Japan (Kyoto) in May
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Leichte Jacke für kühle Abende
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Japan (Kyoto)?
- May is not an optimal month for Japan (Kyoto) (Score: 72/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Japan (Kyoto) in May?
- In May, Japan (Kyoto) sees daily highs of 25°C. Nights cool to 15°C, with a daily average of 20°C.
- How much rain falls in Japan (Kyoto) in May?
- In May, Japan (Kyoto) receives an average of 144 mm of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Japan (Kyoto) get in May?
- Japan (Kyoto) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
