Hyogo Weather in May

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

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Kobe Amagasaki Ako Toyooka

Thinking about venturing to Hyogo, Japan this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Hyogo in May

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Minamiawaji at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Amagasaki at 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Amagasaki and 17°C (63°F) in Minamiawaji.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Hyogo, Japan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Akashi with an average of 143 mm (5.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Asago with 163 mm (6.4 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Kobe enjoys approximately 195 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Hyogo by month

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

January10°C (50°F) February11°C (52°F) March14°C (57°F) April19°C (66°F) May24°C (75°F) June27°C (81°F) July31°C (88°F) This monthAugust33°C (91°F) September29°C (84°F) October24°C (75°F) November18°C (64°F) December13°C (55°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Hyogo in May

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

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 Hyogo

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

Temperature range in Hyogo (May)

Precipitation variation in Hyogo (May)

Kobe

In May Kobe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
195 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
mixed
Climate in Kobe →

Amagasaki

In May Amagasaki 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 very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
202 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
mixed
Climate in Amagasaki →

Ako

In May Ako generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
206 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
200 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
mixed
Climate in Ako →

Toyooka

In May Toyooka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
205 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
mixed
Climate in Toyooka →

Himeji

In May Himeji generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
195 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
good
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kobe 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Amagasaki 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Ako 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Toyooka 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Himeji 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Sumoto 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)

Hyogo weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Hyogo, Japan brings very good weather. In Kobe, daytime temperatures are typically around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows hover near 16°C (61°F).

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

Average temperatures in Hyogo, Japan during May range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 24°C (75°F) in Kobe.

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

Hyogo, Japan sees substantial rainfall in May. Kobe typically averages about 146 mm (5.7 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Hyogo, Japan?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Hyogo, Japan. Typically, the climate in Kobe is very good.

On average, the best time to visit Hyogo, Japan is in May, October and November with generally very good weather in Kobe. On the other hand, the months of January, July and August tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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