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Yatsushiro Weather in May

Thinking of visiting Yatsushiro in May? Expect high temperatures reaching 24°C (75°F) during the day, dropping to 17°C (63°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.

Rainfall in Yatsushiro in May

Yatsushiro is in the rainy season in May, with rain on around 16 days and an average of 182 mm (7.2 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Yatsushiro in May

May in Yatsushiro brings high temperatures, with highs of 24°C (75°F) and nights around 17°C (63°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights cool down to 17°C (63°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 Yatsushiro in May

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 197 hours of sun. Showers typically arrive in the late afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early afternoons sunny. Even during the wet season, there's plenty of sunshine for sightseeing.

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

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Yatsushiro Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C (75°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 182 mm (7.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 197 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kumamoto, Japan (35 KM, 21 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 Yatsushiro in May

For Yatsushiro 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 Yatsushiro 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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