Yamaguchi Weather in May

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

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Hagi Shimonoseki Yamaguchi Hofu

Considering a trip to Yamaguchi, 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 Yamaguchi in May

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Shimonoseki at 22°C (72°F) to warm in Yamaguchi at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Yamaguchi and 16°C (61°F) in Shimonoseki.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Nagato with an average of 136 mm (5.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Shunan with 167 mm (6.6 in).

Explore Yamaguchi by month

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

January10°C (50°F) February11°C (52°F) March15°C (59°F) April20°C (68°F) May24°C (75°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August32°C (90°F) September29°C (84°F) October24°C (75°F) November18°C (64°F) December13°C (55°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Yamaguchi in May

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

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 Yamaguchi

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

Temperature range in Yamaguchi (May)

Precipitation variation in Yamaguchi (May)

Hagi

In May Hagi 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 rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
250 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
mixed
Climate in Hagi →

Shimonoseki

In May Shimonoseki generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
207 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
156 mm (6.1 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
289 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
less favorable
Climate in Shimonoseki →

Yamaguchi

In May Yamaguchi 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
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
207 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
142 mm (5.6 in)
153 mm (6 in)
272 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
less favorable
Climate in Yamaguchi →

Hofu

In May Hofu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good 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)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
190 hours
207 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
279 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
less favorable
Climate in Hofu →

Shunan

In May Shunan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
282 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
less favorable
Climate in Shunan →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hagi 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Shimonoseki 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)
Yamaguchi 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Hofu 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Shunan 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Nagato 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)

Yamaguchi weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Yamaguchi, Japan generally has very good weather conditions. Hagi sees daytime temperatures near 24°C (75°F), with nights cooling to roughly 15°C (59°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Hagi peak at roughly 24°C (75°F) in May, dropping to about 15°C (59°F) overnight.

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

Yamaguchi, Japan sees substantial rainfall in May. Hagi typically averages about 138 mm (5.4 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Yamaguchi, Japan?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Yamaguchi, Japan. Typically, the climate in Hagi is very good.

On average, the best time to visit Yamaguchi, Japan is in April, May, October and November with generally very good weather in Hagi. On the other hand, the months of January and July tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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