Kagoshima weather in May
Considering a trip to Kagoshima this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Kagoshima in May?
Kagoshima is a region in Japan. May in Kagoshima generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 25°C and nighttime temperatures around 17°C in Kagoshima.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kagoshima with an average of 200 mm to heavy rainfall in Yoron with 226 mm. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 179 hours of sunlight anticipated in Kagoshima. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For specific regional insights in Kagoshima for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Kagoshima climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Kagoshima?
Kagoshima
In May Kagoshima generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Yakushima
In May Yakushima generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Ibusuki
In May Ibusuki generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Kirishima
In May Kirishima generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Minamitane
In May Minamitane generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Kagoshima?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Kagoshima, May may not be the ideal time to visit Kagoshima.
On average, the best time to visit Kagoshima 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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