Ishigaki Weather in May

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

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Ishigaki Island

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

What to Expect in Ishigaki in May

Ishigaki, Japan is a region in Japan. May in Ishigaki generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Ishigaki Island.

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

Precipitation

May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 176 mm (6.9 in) in Ishigaki Island.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Ishigaki Island as an example - it receives around 165 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Ishigaki in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Ishigaki

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Ishigaki, Japan?

Ishigaki Island

In May Ishigaki Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
131 hours
165 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
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Ishigaki weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Ishigaki, Japan in May. The popular destination of Ishigaki Island averages 28°C (82°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

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

In Ishigaki Island, the average daytime high in May is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Ishigaki Island records an average of 176 mm (6.9 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Ishigaki, Japan.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Ishigaki, Japan?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December offering mostly pleasant weather in Ishigaki Island. On the other hand, the weather in August tends to be poor.

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