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Motobu Weather in May
In Motobu, May brings high daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), with nights cooling to 23°C (73°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Motobu in May
You can expect rain on roughly 20 days based on historical data, averaging 216 mm (8.5 in) for the month. 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 Motobu in May
Daytime highs in Motobu in May reach 26°C (79°F), with nights around 23°C (73°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. With overnight lows of 23°C (73°F), evenings stay pleasantly warm.
Sunshine in Motobu in May
The city usually sees around 146 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, January, February, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Motobu Temperature in May
Min Temperature
23°C (73°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
68%
Precipitation
216 mm (8.5 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
79% *
Sunshine
146 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Naha, Japan (55 KM, 34 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 Motobu in May
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
What To Do in Motobu in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming7/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
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