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Tateyama Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows of 17°C (63°F), May in Tateyama brings pleasant temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 158 mm (6.2 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Tateyama in May

Past climate data indicates that roughly 16 days will see rain, totalling around 158 mm (6.2 in) for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Tateyama in May

Daytime highs in Tateyama in May reach 21°C (70°F), with nights around 17°C (63°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. At 17°C (63°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Tateyama in May

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 178 hours of sunlight expected. This means a decent mix of sun and overcast.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Tateyama Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 158 mm (6.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
SunshineSunshine 178 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Yokohama, Japan (57 KM, 35 Miles).

Best Places in Japan in May

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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 (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 Tateyama in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Tateyama 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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