Shirakawa weather in May (Fukushima, Japan)

Curious about the climate in Shirakawa this May? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Shirakawa includes pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 22°C. At night, they generally drop to 11°C.

Precipitation

Shirakawa in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 129 mm for the month. Expect around 17 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 186 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a great time to visit. May, June, August and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Shirakawa, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 11°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 129 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 186 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nikko, Japan (69 KM, 43 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 Shirakawa, 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

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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