Kagoshima Weather in May

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

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Kagoshima Yakushima Ibusuki Kirishima

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

What to Expect in Kagoshima in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) in Kagoshima.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kagoshima with an average of 200 mm (7.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Yoron with 226 mm (8.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Kagoshima as an example - it receives around 179 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.

Explore Kagoshima by month

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

January13°C (55°F) February14°C (57°F) March17°C (63°F) April22°C (72°F) May25°C (77°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August32°C (90°F) September30°C (86°F) October26°C (79°F) November21°C (70°F) December15°C (59°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kagoshima in May

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

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 Kagoshima

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

Temperature range in Kagoshima (May)

Precipitation variation in Kagoshima (May)

Kagoshima

In May Kagoshima generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
179 hours
107 hours
Monthly rainfall
190 mm (7.5 in)
200 mm (7.9 in)
523 mm (21 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
21 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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Yakushima

In May Yakushima generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
158 hours
115 hours
Monthly rainfall
210 mm (8.3 in)
221 mm (8.7 in)
474 mm (19 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
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Ibusuki

In May Ibusuki generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
179 hours
107 hours
Monthly rainfall
201 mm (7.9 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
502 mm (20 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
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Kirishima

In May Kirishima generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
179 hours
107 hours
Monthly rainfall
192 mm (7.6 in)
204 mm (8 in)
515 mm (20 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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Minamitane

In May Minamitane generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
158 hours
115 hours
Monthly rainfall
199 mm (7.8 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
447 mm (18 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kagoshima 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 200 mm (7.9 in)
Yakushima 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 221 mm (8.7 in)
Ibusuki 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 207 mm (8.1 in)
Kirishima 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 204 mm (8 in)
Minamitane 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 213 mm (8.4 in)
Satsuma 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 206 mm (8.1 in)

Kagoshima weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Kagoshima, Japan typically experiences unpleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kagoshima average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 17°C (63°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Kagoshima, Japan during May range from a nighttime low near 17°C (63°F) to a daytime high around 25°C (77°F) in Kagoshima.

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

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Kagoshima, Japan, with Kagoshima averaging around 200 mm (7.9 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Kagoshima, Japan?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Kagoshima, May may not be the ideal time to visit Kagoshima, Japan.

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

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