Hōfu in May
7.3out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 21°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
21°CAvg high
16°CAvg low
10Rainy days (158 mm)
13:46 hDaylight
05:17Sunrise · 19:03 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 21°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.4 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C | 5°C | 67 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.6 |
| February | 10°C | 5°C | 78 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.8 |
| March | 13°C | 7°C | 122 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.9 |
| April | 17°C | 11°C | 142 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.6 |
| May | 21°C | 16°C | 158 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.3 |
| June | 24°C | 20°C | 266 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.3 |
| July | 28°C | 24°C | 247 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.4 |
| August | 30°C | 25°C | 135 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.0 |
| September | 27°C | 22°C | 158 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.3 |
| October | 22°C | 17°C | 100 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.0 |
| November | 17°C | 12°C | 76 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.2 |
| December | 11°C | 7°C | 68 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Hōfu in May?
Daytime highs average 21°C and nights about 16°C.
When is the best time to visit Hōfu?
The best months are October.