Yamagata Weather in May

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

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Zao Onsen Tsuruoka Yamagata Tendo

Considering a trip to Yamagata, 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 Yamagata in May

Yamagata, Japan is a region in Japan. May in Yamagata generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Zao Onsen.

For a closer look at conditions across Yamagata, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Yamagata with an average of 96 mm (3.8 in) to high rainfall in Tsuruoka with 137 mm (5.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Zao Onsen enjoys about 190 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Yamagata by month

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

January3°C (37°F) February4°C (39°F) March8°C (46°F) April15°C (59°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August28°C (82°F) September25°C (77°F) October18°C (64°F) November12°C (54°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Yamagata in May

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

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 Yamagata

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

Temperature range in Yamagata (May)

Precipitation variation in Yamagata (May)

Zao Onsen

In May Zao Onsen generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
190 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Zao Onsen →

Tsuruoka

In May Tsuruoka generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Tsuruoka →

Yamagata

In May Yamagata generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
190 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Yamagata →

Tendo

In May Tendo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
190 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Tendo →

Kaminoyama

In May Kaminoyama generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
190 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
pleasant
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zao Onsen 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Tsuruoka 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Yamagata 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Tendo 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Kaminoyama 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Yonezawa 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)

Yamagata weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Yamagata, Japan generally has perfect weather conditions. Zao Onsen sees daytime temperatures near 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to roughly 10°C (50°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Zao Onsen peak at roughly 20°C (68°F) in May, dropping to about 10°C (50°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Yamagata, Japan during May, with Zao Onsen averaging close to 98 mm (3.9 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Yamagata, Japan?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May offering mostly perfect weather in Zao Onsen. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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