Shizuoka in May
6.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 20°C. Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days.
20°CAvg high
15°CAvg low
14Rainy days (235 mm)
13:50 hDaylight
04:48Sunrise · 18:38 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 20°C
- Frequent rain: about 14 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.6 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 | 9°C | 4°C | 95 mm | 9 | – | – | 5.8 |
| February | 10°C | 5°C | 124 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.6 |
| March | 12°C | 7°C | 207 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.0 |
| April | 16°C | 11°C | 224 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.7 |
| May | 20°C | 15°C | 235 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.2 |
| June | 23°C | 19°C | 295 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 27°C | 23°C | 318 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 28°C | 24°C | 194 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.3 |
| September | 25°C | 21°C | 281 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 21°C | 17°C | 243 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.3 |
| November | 16°C | 12°C | 149 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.4 |
| December | 12°C | 7°C | 90 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Shizuoka in May?
Daytime highs average 20°C and nights about 15°C.
When is the best time to visit Shizuoka?
The best months are November, August, October, December.