Iwate Weather in May

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

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Morioka Hachimantai Hanamaki Shizukuishi

Planning a getaway to Iwate, 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 Iwate in May

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

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Miyako at 15°C (59°F) to pleasant in Ichinoseki at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Ichinoseki and 10°C (50°F) in Miyako.

For specific regional insights in Iwate, Japan, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Morioka with an average of 106 mm (4.2 in) to high rainfall in Kamaishi with 127 mm (5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Iwate in May

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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 Iwate

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

Temperature range in Iwate (May)

Precipitation variation in Iwate (May)

Morioka

In May Morioka generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Morioka →

Hachimantai

In May Hachimantai generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
191 hours
197 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Hachimantai →

Hanamaki

In May Hanamaki generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°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)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Hanamaki →

Shizukuishi

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°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
117 mm (4.6 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Shizukuishi →

Ichinoseki

In May Ichinoseki generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Ichinoseki →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Morioka 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Hachimantai 18°C (64°F) 8°C (46°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Hanamaki 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Shizukuishi 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Ichinoseki 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Kitakami 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)

Iwate weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Iwate, Japan in May. The popular destination of Morioka averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Morioka peak at roughly 18°C (64°F) in May, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

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

Iwate, Japan sees substantial rainfall in May. Morioka typically averages about 106 mm (4.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Iwate, Japan?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Iwate, Japan with overall tolerable weather in Morioka. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Iwate, Japan is in June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Morioka. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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