Weather in May in Kyoto
Considering a trip to Kyoto 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 Kyoto in May?
Kyoto is a region in Japan. May in Kyoto generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Kyotango at 22°C to warm in Uji at 25°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C in Uji and 14°C in Kyotango.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Uji with an average of 145 mm to heavy rainfall in Nantan city with 163 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 185 hours of sunlight expected in Kyoto. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For specific regional insights in Kyoto for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Kyoto climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Kyoto?
Kyoto
In May Kyoto generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Uji
In May Uji generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Nantan city
In May Nantan city generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Kameoka
In May Kameoka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Kyotango
In May Kyotango generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Kyoto?
We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Kyoto. Typically, the climate in Kyoto is pleasant.
Generally speaking, May and October provide pleasant weather in Kyoto. On the other hand, the months of January, February and July tend to have poor weather conditions.
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