Tokyo in May
The weather in May
In May, Tokyo averages daytime highs of 21° and night-time lows of 14° — mild weather by day. Expect around 135 mm of precipitation spread over about 12 wet days, with average cloud cover near 52%.
Days are 4.1° warmer than in April on average, and June is warmer again by about 3°. The sea averages 18°, bracing but swimmable.
May scores 62/100 — fair conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 2nd of the twelve months for Tokyo.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 04:37 and sets at 18:39 local time, giving 14 h 02 min of daylight. Days lengthen by 46 minutes over the month.
Why 62/100?
How the score for May is builtBeach score this month: 26/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Festivals in the region in May
- Sanja MatsuriRyōgoku
- Kanda MatsuriKanda-awajichō
- Kurayami MatsuriFuchū
Only the month is given: the exact dates change from year to year.
Around Tokyo this month
Musashino
Japan's best in May
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Tokyo in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Tokyo?
May scores 62/100 for Tokyo, which we rate as fair. Average highs are 21°C with 12 wet days.
How warm is Tokyo in May?
Daytime highs average 21°C and night-time lows 14°C in May.
Does it rain a lot in Tokyo in May?
Tokyo receives about 135 mm of precipitation in May, falling on around 12 days.
Can you swim in Tokyo in May?
The sea averages 18°C in May, cold for most swimmers.