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Shinano Weather in May
In Shinano, May brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to 10°C (50°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Shinano in May
Expect around 17 days of rain based on historical data, with 153 mm (6 in) average. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.
Temperature in Shinano in May
May in Shinano brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 21°C (70°F) and nights around 10°C (50°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows around 10°C (50°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Shinano in May
The city usually sees around 209 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the best months to visit Shinano.
Shinano Temperature in May
Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
56%
Precipitation
153 mm (6 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
65% *
Sunshine
209 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Nagano, Japan (18 KM, 11 Miles).
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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).
What to Wear in Shinano in May
Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Shinano in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming7/10 -
Camping3/10
Shinano 3-Day Forecast
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