Fukui Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Fukui, Japan in May.

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Planning a trip to Fukui, Japan this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Fukui in May

Fukui, Japan is a region in Japan. May in Fukui generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Tsuruga.

For a closer look at conditions across Fukui, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Awara with an average of 154 mm (6.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Obama with 184 mm (7.2 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Tsuruga sees close to 192 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Fukui in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Fukui.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Fukui

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Fukui, Japan?

Temperature range in Fukui (May)

Precipitation variation in Fukui (May)

Tsuruga

In May Tsuruga generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
192 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Tsuruga →

Obama

In May Obama generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
185 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
163 mm (6.4 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
231 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Obama →

Wakasa

In May Wakasa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
185 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
220 mm (8.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Wakasa →

Fukui

In May Fukui generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
192 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
155 mm (6.1 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Fukui →

Awara

In May Awara generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
192 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Awara →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Fukui, in Japan.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Fukui in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tsuruga 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Obama 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)
Wakasa 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Fukui 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Awara 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Sakai 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)

Fukui weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Fukui, Japan in May?

Fukui, Japan typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Tsuruga average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Fukui, Japan in May?

Tsuruga averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 14°C (57°F).

Does Fukui, Japan get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Tsuruga records an average of 167 mm (6.6 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Fukui, Japan.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Fukui, Japan?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Fukui, Japan with overall pleasant weather in Tsuruga. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May and October offering mostly pleasant weather in Tsuruga. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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