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Tachikawa Weather in May

May in Tachikawa brings high temperatures around 23°C (73°F) during the day, dropping to 14°C (57°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 155 mm (6.1 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Tachikawa in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 15 days of rain, with 155 mm (6.1 in) average for the month. Rain falls regularly this month and can be quite heavy when it does. Showers can be substantial, so waterproof gear is a good idea.

Temperature in Tachikawa in May

In May, Tachikawa sees high temperatures, with highs of 23°C (73°F). Nights drop to around 14°C (57°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights cool down to 14°C (57°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Tachikawa in May

The city usually sees around 184 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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Tachikawa Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 155 mm (6.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
SunshineSunshine 184 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Saitama, Japan (26 KM, 16 Miles).

Best Places in Japan in May

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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 Tachikawa in May

For Tachikawa in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Tachikawa in May

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

Swimming
6/10
Camping
6/10

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