Saitama Weather in May

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

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Chichibu Kawagoe Kumagaya Fukaya

Considering a trip to Saitama, Japan this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Saitama in May

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Ogano at 22°C (72°F) and warm in Kawagoe at 24°C (75°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Kawagoe and 12°C (54°F) in Ogano.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Kawaguchi with an average of 134 mm (5.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Ogano with 201 mm (7.9 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Chichibu enjoys approximately 198 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Saitama by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Saitama - and find the best time to visit. (based on Chichibu)

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March12°C (54°F) April17°C (63°F) May22°C (72°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August29°C (84°F) September25°C (77°F) October20°C (68°F) November15°C (59°F) December10°C (50°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Saitama in May

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

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 Saitama

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

Temperature range in Saitama (May)

Precipitation variation in Saitama (May)

Chichibu

In May Chichibu generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
198 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
158 mm (6.2 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
266 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
less favorable
Climate in Chichibu →

Kawagoe

In May Kawagoe 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 very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
184 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
20 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
good
Climate in Kawagoe →

Kumagaya

In May Kumagaya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
184 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
20 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
good
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Fukaya

In May Fukaya generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
184 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
good
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Kawaguchi

In May Kawaguchi 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 very good 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)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
184 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
very good
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chichibu 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 188 mm (7.4 in)
Kawagoe 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Kumagaya 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Fukaya 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)
Kawaguchi 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Hanno 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)

Saitama weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Saitama, Japan generally has good weather conditions. Chichibu sees daytime temperatures near 22°C (72°F), with nights cooling to roughly 12°C (54°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Chichibu peak at roughly 22°C (72°F) in May, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

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

Rainfall in Saitama, Japan peaks during May. Chichibu averages roughly 188 mm (7.4 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Saitama, Japan?

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

Generally speaking, May and November provide good weather in Chichibu. In contrast, January, February, March, June, July, September and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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