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Tokyo Prefecture Weather in May

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

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Tokyo Hachioji Oshima Tachikawa

Planning a journey to Tokyo Prefecture, Japan this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Tokyo Prefecture in May

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Oshima at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Tokyo at 23°C (73°F). At night it cools down to 16°C (61°F) in Tokyo and 17°C (63°F) in Oshima.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Tokyo with an average of 134 mm (5.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Oshima with 184 mm (7.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Tokyo gets around 180 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.

Explore Tokyo Prefecture by month

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

January10°C (50°F) February11°C (52°F) March14°C (57°F) April19°C (66°F) May23°C (73°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August32°C (90°F) September28°C (82°F) October23°C (73°F) November18°C (64°F) December13°C (55°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Tokyo Prefecture in May

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

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

Temperature range in Tokyo Prefecture (May)

Precipitation variation in Tokyo Prefecture (May)

Tokyo

In May Tokyo 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
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
180 hours
123 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Tokyo →

Hachioji

In May Hachioji generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°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)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
184 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
226 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Hachioji →

Oshima

In May Oshima generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
172 mm (6.8 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
276 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
poor
Climate in Oshima →

Tachikawa

In May Tachikawa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
184 hours
127 hours
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Tachikawa →

Machida

In May Machida generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
174 hours
178 hours
132 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
19 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
tolerable
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tokyo 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Hachioji 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Oshima 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)
Tachikawa 23°C (73°F) 14°C (57°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)
Machida 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Fuchu 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)

Tokyo Prefecture weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Tokyo Prefecture, Japan brings pleasant weather. In Tokyo, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 16°C (61°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Tokyo peak at roughly 23°C (73°F) in May, dropping to about 16°C (61°F) overnight.

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

Tokyo Prefecture, Japan sees substantial rainfall in May. Tokyo typically averages about 134 mm (5.3 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Tokyo Prefecture, Japan is in May, June and November with generally pleasant weather in Tokyo. The weather in January, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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