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Goto Weather in May

May in Goto brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 21°C (70°F) and nights dropping to 18°C (64°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 156 mm (6.1 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Goto in May

Rain is expected on roughly 16 days, totalling around 156 mm (6.1 in) for the month. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Goto in May

Daytime highs in Goto in May reach 21°C (70°F), with nights around 18°C (64°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 18°C (64°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, August, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for Goto.

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Goto Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 156 mm (6.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  

Best Places in Japan in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Goto in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!

What To Do in Goto in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Camping
6/10

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