Sado Island Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sado Island, Japan in May.

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Planning a getaway to Sado Island, Japan this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Sado Island in May

Sado Island, Japan is a region in Japan. May in Sado Island generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Sado.

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

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 96 mm (3.8 in) in Sado. Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Sado.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Sado enjoys about 205 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Sado Island by month

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

January7°C (45°F) February7°C (45°F) March10°C (50°F) April15°C (59°F) May20°C (68°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August30°C (86°F) September26°C (79°F) October21°C (70°F) November15°C (59°F) December10°C (50°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sado Island in May

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

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 Sado Island

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Sado Island, Japan?

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.

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April
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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
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Sado Island, in Japan.

Sado Island weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sado Island, Japan in May?

Sado Island, Japan typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Sado average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 13°C (55°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Sado Island, Japan in May?

Daytime temperatures in Sado peak at roughly 20°C (68°F) in May, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

Does Sado Island, Japan get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Sado Island, Japan. Sado averages only about 96 mm (3.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Sado Island, Japan?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Sado Island, Japan with overall perfect weather in Sado. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May provides perfect weather in Sado. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Sado Island.

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