Saga Weather in May

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

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Ureshino Karatsu Saga Tosu

Thinking about venturing to Saga, Japan this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Saga in May

Saga, Japan is a region in Japan. May in Saga 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 Karatsu to 25°C (77°F) in Tosu. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Tosu and 16°C (61°F) in Karatsu.

To explore the conditions in Saga, Japan in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Karatsu with an average of 146 mm (5.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Kamenoura with 195 mm (7.7 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Ureshino sees close to 190 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Saga 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 Saga

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

Temperature range in Saga (May)

Precipitation variation in Saga (May)

Ureshino

In May Ureshino generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°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)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
190 hours
126 hours
Monthly rainfall
156 mm (6.1 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
380 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
poor
Climate in Ureshino →

Karatsu

In May Karatsu 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)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
205 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
306 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
poor
Climate in Karatsu →

Saga

In May Saga generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°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
21°C (70°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
182 hours
205 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
153 mm (6 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
368 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
Climate in Saga →

Tosu

In May Tosu 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
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
205 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
147 mm (5.8 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
360 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
Climate in Tosu →

Imari

In May Imari generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°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
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
190 hours
126 hours
Monthly rainfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
152 mm (6 in)
336 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
Climate in Imari →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ureshino 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Karatsu 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Saga 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Tosu 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Imari 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Kamenoura 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 195 mm (7.7 in)

Saga weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saga, Japan in May?

May in Saga, Japan brings pleasant weather. In Ureshino, daytime temperatures are typically around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows hover near 17°C (63°F).

What is the average temperature in Saga, Japan in May?

Ureshino averages a daytime maximum of 24°C (75°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 17°C (63°F).

Does Saga, Japan get a lot of rain in May?

Rainfall in Saga, Japan peaks during May. Ureshino averages roughly 165 mm (6.5 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Saga, Japan?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Saga, Japan. Typically, the climate in Ureshino is pleasant.

On average, the best time to visit Saga, Japan is in May, October and November with generally pleasant weather in Ureshino. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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