Nikkō in May
5.7out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 18°C. Very wet: about 17 rainy days.
18°CAvg high
9°CAvg low
17Rainy days (176 mm)
13:58 hDaylight
04:39Sunrise · 18:37 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 18°C
- Very wet: about 17 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 (±3.8 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 | 1°C | -5°C | 62 mm | 9 | – | – | 4.0 |
| February | 2°C | -5°C | 61 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.1 |
| March | 6°C | -2°C | 109 mm | 14 | – | – | 4.2 |
| April | 12°C | 4°C | 137 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.3 |
| May | 18°C | 9°C | 176 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.7 |
| June | 20°C | 14°C | 230 mm | 23 | – | – | 5.9 |
| July | 24°C | 18°C | 301 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 25°C | 19°C | 260 mm | 25 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 21°C | 15°C | 272 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.0 |
| October | 16°C | 9°C | 195 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.4 |
| November | 10°C | 3°C | 82 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.9 |
| December | 4°C | -2°C | 58 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Nikkō in May?
Daytime highs average 18°C and nights about 9°C.
When is the best time to visit Nikkō?
The best months are July, August, September, June.