Katashina weather in May (Gunma, Japan)

Curious about the May weather in Katashina? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Katashina generally has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 18°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 8°C.

Katashina in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 151 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 196 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Katashina. May and June typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November 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 Katashina climate page with graphs.

 

Katashina, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 151 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 70% *  

Sunshine 196 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kōchi, Japan (22 KM, 14 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 Katashina in May?

For visitors traveling to Katashina, 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

Camping

3/10

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