Yamanashi Weather in May

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

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Fujikawaguchiko Yamanakako Fuefuki Hokuto

Planning a getaway to Yamanashi, Japan this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Yamanashi in May

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

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Fujikawaguchiko.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Hokuto with an average of 136 mm (5.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Minobu with 217 mm (8.5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Yamanashi in May

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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 Yamanashi

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

Temperature range in Yamanashi (May)

Precipitation variation in Yamanashi (May)

Fujikawaguchiko

In May Fujikawaguchiko generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
165 mm (6.5 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
233 mm (9.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
21 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Fujikawaguchiko →

Yamanakako

In May Yamanakako generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
178 mm (7 in)
179 mm (7 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Yamanakako →

Fuefuki

In May Fuefuki generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
196 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
224 mm (8.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Fuefuki →

Hokuto

In May Hokuto generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
196 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Hokuto →

Narusawa

In May Narusawa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
173 mm (6.8 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
244 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Narusawa →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Fujikawaguchiko 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Yamanakako 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 179 mm (7 in)
Fuefuki 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Hokuto 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)
Narusawa 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 173 mm (6.8 in)
Oshino 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 172 mm (6.8 in)

Yamanashi weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Yamanashi, Japan typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Fujikawaguchiko average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 10°C (50°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Yamanashi, Japan during May range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Fujikawaguchiko.

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

Rainfall in Yamanashi, Japan peaks during May. Fujikawaguchiko averages roughly 165 mm (6.5 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Yamanashi, Japan?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Yamanashi, Japan with overall pleasant weather in Fujikawaguchiko. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May and August provide pleasant weather in Fujikawaguchiko. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, October and December tend to be poor.

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