Shinano weather in May (Niigata Prefecture, Japan)

How is May weather typically in Shinano? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Shinano generally includes pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 21°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 10°C.

Precipitation

Shinano in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 153 mm for the month. This month experiences about 17 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 209 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Shinano. May typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, July, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Shinano, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 153 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 65% *  

Sunshine 209 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nagano, Japan (18 KM, 11 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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?

For visitors traveling to Shinano, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming

7/10

Camping

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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