Shimotsuke in May
6.6out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 22°C. Very wet: about 15 rainy days.
22°CAvg high
13°CAvg low
15Rainy days (174 mm)
13:56 hDaylight
04:39Sunrise · 18:35 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 22°C
- Very wet: about 15 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.9 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 | 7°C | -1°C | 55 mm | 6 | – | – | 5.7 |
| February | 8°C | 0°C | 58 mm | 8 | – | – | 5.7 |
| March | 12°C | 3°C | 110 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.6 |
| April | 17°C | 8°C | 136 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.3 |
| May | 22°C | 13°C | 174 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.6 |
| June | 25°C | 18°C | 207 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 28°C | 22°C | 258 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 29°C | 22°C | 208 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.0 |
| September | 26°C | 19°C | 243 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 20°C | 13°C | 203 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.3 |
| November | 15°C | 6°C | 89 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.7 |
| December | 10°C | 1°C | 53 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Shimotsuke in May?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 13°C.
When is the best time to visit Shimotsuke?
The best months are November, May, April, October.