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Hokuto Weather in May

May in Hokuto brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) and nights around 9°C (48°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 136 mm (5.4 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Hokuto in May

Historically, May sees about 16 days of rain, with a monthly average of 136 mm (5.4 in). This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Hokuto in May

Daytime highs in Hokuto in May reach 20°C (68°F), with nights around 9°C (48°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With overnight lows of 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Hokuto in May

The month enjoys around 196 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May and August typically offer the best weather for Hokuto.

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Hokuto Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 136 mm (5.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 64% *  
SunshineSunshine 196 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kofu, Japan (27 KM, 16 Miles).

Best Places in Japan in May

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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 Hokuto in May

For Hokuto 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Hokuto in May

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

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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