Niigata Prefecture Weather in May

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

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Myoko Niigata Shinano Sado

Planning a journey to Niigata Prefecture, Japan this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Niigata Prefecture in May

Niigata Prefecture, Japan is a region in Japan. May in Niigata Prefecture generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Itoigawa at 19°C (66°F) to warm in Nagaoka at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Nagaoka and 11°C (52°F) in Itoigawa.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sado with an average of 96 mm (3.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Akinari with 161 mm (6.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Myoko enjoys about 209 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Niigata Prefecture by month

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

January3°C (37°F) February4°C (39°F) March7°C (45°F) April14°C (57°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August29°C (84°F) September25°C (77°F) October19°C (66°F) November13°C (55°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Niigata Prefecture in May

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

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 Niigata Prefecture

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

Temperature range in Niigata Prefecture (May)

Precipitation variation in Niigata Prefecture (May)

Myoko

In May Myoko generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
209 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Myoko →

Niigata

In May Niigata generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
205 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Niigata →

Shinano

In May Shinano generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
209 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
153 mm (6 in)
218 mm (8.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Shinano →

Sado

In May Sado generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
205 hours
181 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Sado →

Yuzawa

In May Yuzawa 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)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
199 hours
196 hours
133 hours
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Yuzawa →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Myoko 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)
Niigata 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Shinano 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Sado 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Yuzawa 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Minami Uonuma 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)

Niigata Prefecture weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Niigata Prefecture, Japan in May?

In May, Niigata Prefecture, Japan generally has pleasant weather conditions. Myoko sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Niigata Prefecture, Japan in May?

Daytime temperatures in Myoko peak at roughly 21°C (70°F) in May, dropping to about 10°C (50°F) overnight.

Does Niigata Prefecture, Japan get a lot of rain in May?

Myoko typically receives notable rainfall in May, about 149 mm (5.9 in) on average across Niigata Prefecture, Japan.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Niigata Prefecture, Japan?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Niigata Prefecture, Japan. Typically, the climate in Myoko is pleasant. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May offering mostly pleasant weather in Myoko. In contrast, January, February, March, July, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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