Shiga Weather in May

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

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Otsu Hikone Kusatsu Nagahama

Thinking about venturing to Shiga, 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 Shiga in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Otsu.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Kusatsu with an average of 145 mm (5.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Nagahama with 180 mm (7.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Otsu gets around 185 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in Shiga in May

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

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 Shiga

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

Temperature range in Shiga (May)

Precipitation variation in Shiga (May)

Otsu

In May Otsu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°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
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
185 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Otsu →

Hikone

In May Hikone generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
185 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
234 mm (9.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Hikone →

Kusatsu

In May Kusatsu 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 pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
185 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Kusatsu →

Nagahama

In May Nagahama generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
185 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
244 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Nagahama →

Omihachiman

In May Omihachiman generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°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
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
185 hours
140 hours
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
152 mm (6 in)
206 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Omihachiman →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Otsu 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Hikone 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 172 mm (6.8 in)
Kusatsu 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Nagahama 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 180 mm (7.1 in)
Omihachiman 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Higashiomi 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)

Shiga weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Shiga, Japan brings pleasant weather. In Otsu, daytime temperatures are typically around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows hover near 13°C (55°F).

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

Average temperatures in Shiga, Japan during May range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 24°C (75°F) in Otsu.

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

Yes, May tends to be a wetter month in Shiga, Japan. Average rainfall in Otsu sits around 148 mm (5.8 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Shiga, Japan?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Shiga, Japan. Typically, the climate in Otsu is pleasant. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May and October provide pleasant weather in Otsu. On the other hand, the months of January, February, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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