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Tamana Weather in May

May in Tamana brings high temperatures around 25°C (77°F) during the day, dropping to 16°C (61°F) at night, and as part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is common.

Rainfall in Tamana in May

Tamana is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 16 days and an average of 178 mm (7 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.

Temperature in Tamana in May

If you're visiting Tamana in May, expect highs of 25°C (77°F) and overnight lows around 16°C (61°F). Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights drop to around 16°C (61°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Tamana in May

Enjoy a sunny month with about 197 hours of sunshine, even though this month falls in the wet season. There is still enough sun to enjoy the outdoors.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May, September, October and November typically offer the best weather for Tamana.

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Tamana Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 25°C (77°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 178 mm (7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 197 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kumamoto, Japan (20 KM, 12 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 Tamana in May

For Tamana 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. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Tamana in May

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

Swimming
7/10
Camping
6/10

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