Ishikawa Weather in May

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

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Kanazawa Nanao Komatsu Hakusan

Are you planning a trip a to Ishikawa, Japan in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Ishikawa in May

Ishikawa, Japan is a region in Japan. May in Ishikawa generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are pleasant and range from 18°C (64°F) in Suzu to 22°C (72°F) in Nanao. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Nanao and 14°C (57°F) in Suzu.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Wajima with an average of 113 mm (4.4 in) to high rainfall in Kaga with 154 mm (6.1 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Kanazawa usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Kanazawa typically receives 192 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Ishikawa by month

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

January7°C (45°F) February7°C (45°F) March11°C (52°F) April16°C (61°F) May22°C (72°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August31°C (88°F) September27°C (81°F) October21°C (70°F) November15°C (59°F) December10°C (50°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Ishikawa in May

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

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 Ishikawa

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

Temperature range in Ishikawa (May)

Precipitation variation in Ishikawa (May)

Kanazawa

In May Kanazawa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
192 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Kanazawa →

Nanao

In May Nanao generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°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
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
211 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Nanao →

Komatsu

In May Komatsu generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°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
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
192 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Komatsu →

Hakusan

In May Hakusan generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°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
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
192 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Hakusan →

Wajima

In May Wajima generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
211 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Ishikawa, in Japan.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kanazawa 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Nanao 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Komatsu 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)
Hakusan 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Wajima 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Shika 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)

Ishikawa weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Ishikawa, Japan in May. The popular destination of Kanazawa averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 13°C (55°F) at night during this month.

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

In Kanazawa, the average daytime high in May is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 13°C (55°F).

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

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Ishikawa, Japan. Average rainfall in Kanazawa sits around 139 mm (5.5 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Ishikawa, Japan?

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

Generally speaking, May and October provide pleasant weather in Kanazawa. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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