Fukuoka Weather in May

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

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Fukuoka Kurume Asakura Chikushino

Planning a getaway to Fukuoka, Japan this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Fukuoka in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Fukuoka.

To explore the conditions in Fukuoka, Japan in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Munakata with an average of 133 mm (5.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Kurume with 166 mm (6.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Fukuoka enjoys about 205 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Fukuoka by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Fukuoka — and find the best time to visit. (based on Fukuoka)

January11°C (52°F) February12°C (54°F) March15°C (59°F) April20°C (68°F) May25°C (77°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August33°C (91°F) September29°C (84°F) October24°C (75°F) November19°C (66°F) December14°C (57°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Fukuoka in May

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

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 Fukuoka

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

Temperature range in Fukuoka (May)

Precipitation variation in Fukuoka (May)

Fukuoka

In May Fukuoka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
205 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
298 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
Climate in Fukuoka →

Kurume

In May Kurume generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
205 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
385 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
Climate in Kurume →

Asakura

In May Asakura generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°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
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
205 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
355 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
Climate in Asakura →

Chikushino

In May Chikushino generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
205 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
327 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
Climate in Chikushino →

Miyawaka

In May Miyawaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
207 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
280 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Fukuoka, in Japan.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Fukuoka 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Kurume 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Asakura 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Chikushino 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Miyawaka 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Munakata 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)

Fukuoka weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Fukuoka, Japan in May. The popular destination of Fukuoka averages 25°C (77°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this month.

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

In Fukuoka, the average daytime high in May is 25°C (77°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

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

Fukuoka, Japan sees substantial rainfall in May. Fukuoka typically averages about 140 mm (5.5 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Fukuoka, Japan?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Fukuoka, Japan with overall pleasant weather in Fukuoka. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Fukuoka, Japan is in April, May, October and November with generally pleasant weather in Fukuoka. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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