Shakotan weather in May (Hokkaido, Japan)

How does the May weather in Shakotan compare to other months? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

May in Shakotan generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 14°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 8°C.

Precipitation

Shakotan in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 82 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With around 199 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Shakotan climate page with graphs.

 

Shakotan, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 14°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 82 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 66% *  

Sunshine 199 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sapporo, Japan (66 KM, 41 Miles).

Where to go in Japan in May

Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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