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Gifu Weather in May

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

Planning a journey to Gifu, Japan this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Gifu in May

Gifu, Japan is a region in Japan. May in Gifu generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Takayama (Gifu) at 19°C (66°F) to warm in Hashima at 24°C (75°F). At night it cools down to 14°C (57°F) in Hashima and 9°C (48°F) in Takayama (Gifu).

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Takayama (Gifu) with an average of 171 mm (6.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Gujo with 229 mm (9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Takayama (Gifu), you can expect around 188 hours of sunlight in May, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Gifu in May

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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).

Popular Destinations in Gifu

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

Temperature range in Gifu (May)

Precipitation variation in Gifu (May)

Takayama (Gifu)

In May Takayama (Gifu) generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
188 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
171 mm (6.7 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
242 mm (9.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Gero

In May Gero generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
196 mm (7.7 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
281 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Gifu

In May Gifu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
202 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
183 mm (7.2 in)
205 mm (8.1 in)
276 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Gujo

In May Gujo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
202 hours
149 hours
Monthly rainfall
219 mm (8.6 in)
229 mm (9 in)
310 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Hida

In May Hida generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
177 mm (7 in)
179 mm (7 in)
255 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Takayama (Gifu) 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Gero 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 201 mm (7.9 in)
Gifu 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 205 mm (8.1 in)
Gujo 22°C (72°F) 11°C (52°F) 229 mm (9 in)
Hida 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 179 mm (7 in)
Shirakawa 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 205 mm (8.1 in)

Gifu weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Gifu, Japan generally has tolerable weather conditions. Takayama (Gifu) sees daytime temperatures near 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to roughly 9°C (48°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Takayama (Gifu) peak at roughly 19°C (66°F) in May, dropping to about 9°C (48°F) overnight.

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Takayama (Gifu) records an average of 171 mm (6.7 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Gifu, Japan.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Gifu, Japan?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Gifu, Japan. Typically, the climate in Takayama (Gifu) is tolerable.

On average, the best time to visit Gifu, Japan is in May and August with generally tolerable weather in Takayama (Gifu). On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, July, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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