Ōfunato in May
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 15°C. Frequent rain: about 12 rainy days.
15°CAvg high
11°CAvg low
12Rainy days (128 mm)
14:08 hDaylight
04:25Sunrise · 18:33 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 15°C
- Frequent rain: about 12 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 (±3.1 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 | 4°C | -1°C | 55 mm | 8 | – | – | 4.9 |
| February | 4°C | -1°C | 51 mm | 8 | – | – | 4.9 |
| March | 6°C | 2°C | 99 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.0 |
| April | 11°C | 6°C | 110 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.7 |
| May | 15°C | 11°C | 128 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 18°C | 15°C | 139 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.4 |
| July | 22°C | 19°C | 175 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.5 |
| August | 24°C | 21°C | 160 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.8 |
| September | 22°C | 18°C | 191 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.5 |
| October | 17°C | 13°C | 156 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.5 |
| November | 12°C | 7°C | 82 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.3 |
| December | 6°C | 2°C | 70 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Ōfunato in May?
Daytime highs average 15°C and nights about 11°C.
When is the best time to visit Ōfunato?
The best months are August, July, September, October.