Taketomi weather in May (Okinawa islands, Japan)

Will it be warm or cold in Taketomi this May? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Taketomi includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 28°C, while nights can cool down to about 25°C.

Precipitation

Taketomi in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 178 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 22 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 167 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. January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While August tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Taketomi, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 73%  

Precipitation 178 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 167 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Iriomote, Japan (2 KM, 1 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?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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