Osaka in May
7.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
24°CAvg high
16°CAvg low
10Rainy days (138 mm)
13:49 hDaylight
05:00Sunrise · 18:49 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 24°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.5 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 | 9°C | 2°C | 58 mm | 6 | – | – | 6.1 |
| February | 10°C | 2°C | 67 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 14°C | 5°C | 108 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 19°C | 10°C | 119 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| May | 24°C | 16°C | 138 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.5 |
| June | 27°C | 20°C | 193 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.8 |
| July | 31°C | 24°C | 179 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.2 |
| August | 33°C | 25°C | 111 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.3 |
| September | 29°C | 21°C | 166 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.1 |
| October | 23°C | 15°C | 149 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.5 |
| November | 17°C | 9°C | 78 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.3 |
| December | 11°C | 4°C | 62 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.5 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Osaka in May?
Daytime highs average 24°C and nights about 16°C.
When is the best time to visit Osaka?
The best months are May, October, November, April.