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Hofu Weather in May
May in Hofu brings high temperatures, with highs of 23°C (73°F) and nights dropping to 15°C (59°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 161 mm (6.3 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.
Rainfall in Hofu in May
The climate data from previous years indicates about 15 days of rain, averaging 161 mm (6.3 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 Hofu in May
Temperatures in Hofu in May top out at 23°C (73°F) and drop to 15°C (59°F) overnight. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights cool down to 15°C (59°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Hofu in May
There are approximately 207 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, September, October and November typically offer the best weather for Hofu.
Hofu Temperature in May
Min Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Max Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
161 mm (6.3 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
207 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Kitakyushu, Japan (73 KM, 45 Miles).
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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 Hofu in May
For Hofu in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Hofu in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming7/10 -
Camping6/10
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