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Nakatsugawa Weather in May
With daytime temperatures of 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows of 11°C (52°F), May in Nakatsugawa brings pleasant temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that May is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy rainfall.
Rainfall in Nakatsugawa in May
Nakatsugawa is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 16 days and an average of 209 mm (8.2 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.
Temperature in Nakatsugawa in May
Temperatures in Nakatsugawa in May top out at 21°C (70°F) and drop to 11°C (52°F) overnight. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows of 11°C (52°F), nights are cool. If you're out after dark, an extra layer will keep you comfortable. The cooler air at night is also great for getting a good rest.
Sunshine in Nakatsugawa in May
The month enjoys around 202 hours of sunshine. The wet weather tends to wait until afternoon or evening to arrive, leaving the first half of most days dry and sunny.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, August, September, October and November typically offer the best weather for Nakatsugawa.
Nakatsugawa Temperature in May
Min Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
209 mm (8.2 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
65% *
Sunshine
202 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
47% *
* Data from: Nagoya, Japan (60 KM, 37 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 Nakatsugawa in May
For Nakatsugawa 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. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Nakatsugawa in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming7/10 -
Camping6/10
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