Hiroshima Weather in May

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

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Hiroshima Miyajima Onomichi Fukuyama

Planning a getaway to Hiroshima, 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 Hiroshima in May

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Kure at 22°C (72°F) to warm in Fukuyama at 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Fukuyama and 16°C (61°F) in Kure.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Fukuyama with an average of 127 mm (5 in) to high rainfall in Miyajima with 156 mm (6.1 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Hiroshima sees close to 212 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Hiroshima in May

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

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 Hiroshima

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

Temperature range in Hiroshima (May)

Precipitation variation in Hiroshima (May)

Hiroshima

In May Hiroshima generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°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
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
212 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
212 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Hiroshima →

Miyajima

In May Miyajima generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
212 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
250 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Miyajima →

Onomichi

In May Onomichi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°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
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
212 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
128 mm (5 in)
203 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Onomichi →

Fukuyama

In May Fukuyama 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
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
212 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
127 mm (5 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Fukuyama →

Higashihiroshima

In May Higashihiroshima generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°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
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
212 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
219 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Higashihiroshima →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hiroshima 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Miyajima 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 156 mm (6.1 in)
Onomichi 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Fukuyama 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Higashihiroshima 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)
Kure 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)

Hiroshima weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Hiroshima, Japan typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Hiroshima average around 24°C (75°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Hiroshima, Japan during May range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 24°C (75°F) in Hiroshima.

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

Hiroshima, Japan sees substantial rainfall in May. Hiroshima typically averages about 132 mm (5.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Hiroshima, Japan?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Hiroshima, Japan with overall pleasant weather in Hiroshima.

On average, the best time to visit Hiroshima, Japan is in April, May, September, October and November with generally pleasant weather in Hiroshima. In contrast, January and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

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