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Osaka Prefecture Weather in May

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

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Osaka Toyonaka Higashi-osaka Moriguchi

Are you planning a trip a to Osaka Prefecture, Japan in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Osaka Prefecture in May

Osaka Prefecture, Japan is a region in Japan. May in Osaka Prefecture generally has warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Misaki to 25°C (77°F) in Moriguchi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Moriguchi and 16°C (61°F) in Misaki.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Izumiotsu with an average of 135 mm (5.3 in) to high rainfall in Misaki with 151 mm (5.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Osaka gets approximately 202 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Osaka Prefecture by month

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

January10°C (50°F) February11°C (52°F) March15°C (59°F) April20°C (68°F) May25°C (77°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August34°C (93°F) September30°C (86°F) October24°C (75°F) November18°C (64°F) December13°C (55°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Osaka Prefecture in May

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

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

Temperature range in Osaka Prefecture (May)

Precipitation variation in Osaka Prefecture (May)

Osaka

In May Osaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
202 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Osaka →

Toyonaka

In May Toyonaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
202 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Toyonaka →

Higashi-osaka

In May Higashi-osaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
202 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Higashi-osaka →

Moriguchi

In May Moriguchi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
202 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
202 mm (8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Moriguchi →

Izumi-Sano

In May Izumi-Sano generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°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)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
203 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
231 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Izumi-Sano →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Osaka 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 141 mm (5.6 in)
Toyonaka 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Higashi-osaka 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Moriguchi 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Izumi-Sano 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)
Sakai 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)

Osaka Prefecture weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect pleasant weather across Osaka Prefecture, Japan in May. The popular destination of Osaka averages 25°C (77°F) by day and 15°C (59°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Osaka Prefecture, Japan during May range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 25°C (77°F) in Osaka.

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

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Osaka Prefecture, Japan. Average rainfall in Osaka sits around 141 mm (5.6 in).

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

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Osaka Prefecture, Japan with overall pleasant weather in Osaka.

Generally speaking, April, May, October and November provide pleasant weather in Osaka. In contrast, January, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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