Niseko weather in May (Hokkaido, Japan)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Niseko during May? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Niseko includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 16°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 7°C.

Precipitation

Niseko in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 18 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 199 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June typically offers 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 Niseko climate page with graphs.

 

Niseko, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 92 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 199 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Sapporo, Japan (60 KM, 37 Miles).

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.

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 this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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