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Matsuyama weather in May (Ehime, Japan)

Is May a good time to explore Matsuyama weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The month of May in Matsuyama typically includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 23°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 15°C.

Precipitation

Matsuyama in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 151 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 15 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 199 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. May, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Matsuyama, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 151 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
SunshineSunshine 199 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Japan in May

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

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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 this month?

For visitors traveling to Matsuyama, 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.

Swimming
6/10
Camping
6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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