Joetsu weather in May (Niigata Prefecture, Japan)

How is the weather in Joetsu in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Joetsu typically experiences pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 21°C, while nights can cool down to about 12°C.

Joetsu in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 112 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 17 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 198 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Joetsu. May, June and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Joetsu climate page with graphs.

 

Joetsu, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 112 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 71%  

Sunshine 198 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Japan in May

Find out more about the weather in Japan in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Joetsu in May?

For visitors traveling to Joetsu, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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