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Kii Peninsula Weather in May

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

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Nara Wakayama Matsuzaka Taiji

Considering a trip to the Kii Peninsula, Japan this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Kii Peninsula in May

The Kii Peninsula, Japan is a region in Japan. May in the Kii Peninsula generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Wakayama to 25°C (77°F) in Nara. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Nara and 16°C (61°F) in Wakayama.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Nara with an average of 140 mm (5.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Taiji with 229 mm (9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Nara enjoys about 202 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Kii Peninsula 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 the Kii Peninsula

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

Temperature range in the Kii Peninsula (May)

Precipitation variation in the Kii Peninsula (May)

Nara

In May Nara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°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
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
202 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Nara →

Wakayama

In May Wakayama generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
203 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
153 mm (6 in)
250 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Wakayama →

Matsuzaka

In May Matsuzaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
177 mm (7 in)
261 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
poor
Climate in Matsuzaka →

Taiji

In May Taiji generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
199 mm (7.8 in)
229 mm (9 in)
368 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Taiji →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Kii Peninsula, in Japan.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Kii Peninsula in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nara 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Wakayama 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Matsuzaka 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 177 mm (7 in)
Taiji 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 229 mm (9 in)

The Kii Peninsula weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Kii Peninsula, Japan in May?

May in the Kii Peninsula, Japan brings pleasant weather. In Nara, daytime temperatures are typically around 25°C (77°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in the Kii Peninsula, Japan in May?

Daytime temperatures in Nara peak at roughly 25°C (77°F) in May, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

Does the Kii Peninsula, Japan get a lot of rain in May?

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in the Kii Peninsula, Japan. Average rainfall in Nara sits around 140 mm (5.5 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Kii Peninsula, Japan?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to the Kii Peninsula, Japan. Typically, the climate in Nara is pleasant.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, October and November offering mostly pleasant weather in Nara. On the other hand, the months of January, February and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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