Nozawa Onsen weather in May (Nagano, Japan)

Curious about the May weather in Nozawa Onsen? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Nozawa Onsen typically experiences pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 21°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 10°C.

Nozawa Onsen in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 145 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 17 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 198 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Nozawa Onsen. May typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, July, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Nozawa Onsen, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 145 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
SunshineSunshine 198 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Joetsu, Japan (30 KM, 19 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.

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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 Nozawa Onsen in May?

For visitors traveling to Nozawa Onsen, 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
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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