Nara in May
5.5out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Very hot: daytime highs around 41°C. Very dry: about 2 rainy days.
41°CAvg high
28°CAvg low
2Rainy days (6 mm)
12:42 hDaylight
06:04Sunrise · 18:47 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 41°C
- Very dry: about 2 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (1.6 days). 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 | 30°C | 16°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.7 |
| February | 34°C | 19°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.8 |
| March | 37°C | 22°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.8 |
| April | 40°C | 26°C | 2 mm | 1 | – | – | 5.9 |
| May | 41°C | 28°C | 6 mm | 2 | – | – | 5.5 |
| June | 40°C | 28°C | 14 mm | 4 | – | – | 5.5 |
| July | 36°C | 26°C | 71 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.7 |
| August | 33°C | 25°C | 138 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.9 |
| September | 35°C | 25°C | 55 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.3 |
| October | 38°C | 24°C | 13 mm | 3 | – | – | 6.3 |
| November | 36°C | 20°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.2 |
| December | 32°C | 17°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 8.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Nara in May?
Daytime highs average 41°C and nights about 28°C.
When is the best time to visit Nara?
The best months are January, December.