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    Hokkaido - Japan weather in May 2025

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    Hokkaido - Japan weather in May 2025

     

    Day

    16 °C

     

    Night

    7 °C

     

    Sea

    9 °C

     

    Precipitation

    76 mm

    in month

     

    Rainy days

    11 days

    in month

     

    Daylight

    14 hours

    average

     

    Sunshine

    6 hours

    average

     

    Humidity

    72 %

     

    Day

    16 °C

     

    Night

    7 °C

     

    Sea

    9 °C

     

    Precipitation

    76 mm

    in month

     

    Rainy days

    11 days

    in month

     

    Daylight

    14 hours

    average

     

    Sunshine

    6 hours

    average

     

    Humidity

    72 %

    Overview: Hokkaido - Japan
    In Hokkaido in May, the average air temperature ranges from 16 °C (61 °F) during the day to 7 °C (45 °F) at night. There are 11 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 76 mm (2.98 in).

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    Weather overview

    In Hokkaido in May, the average air temperature ranges from 16 °C (61 °F) during the day to 7 °C (45 °F) at night. There are 11 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 76 mm (2.98 in).

    Is May a good month to visit Hokkaido?

    Hokkaido can be visited in May - the weather will be moderate. A relatively low temperature of 16 °C (61 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The temperature of 7 °C (45 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.

    What is the temperature in Hokkaido during the day in May?

    In Hokkaido in May, the average daily temperatures will be 16 °C (61 °F). Nice temperature for walking around the city or on the beach, but you will probably get cold soon when wearing a swimsuit. When walking around all day, people used to cold conditions, pull out their shorts and get rid of their sweaters. On some days, when spending time in the direct sun, sunscreen can be useful, especially for people with more sensitive skin.

    What is the average number of rainy days in May in Hokkaido?

    There are 11 days, which are rainy in Hokkaido in May, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.5 days of the week, or in general - 35 % days.

    What is the rainfall intensity in Hokkaido in May?

    There is precipitation of 76 mm (2.98 in) in May in Hokkaido, which means 3 mm (0.10 in) rainfall per day on average.

    How many hours of sun to expect in May in Hokkaido?

    In Hokkaido in May, you can expect around 6 hours of sunshine.

    How windy is Hokkaido in May?

    An average wind scale that can be expected in Hokkaido in May is 4.

    How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in Hokkaido in May?

    The length of daylight in Hokkaido in May is 14 hours.

    What level of humidity is to expect in Hokkaido in May?

    In May in Hokkaido, expect humidity around 72 %.

    Is Hokkaido rainier in May than in April?

    No, May in Hokkaido is not a rainier month than April.

    What is the temperature trend in May in Hokkaido?

    Over the course of May in Hokkaido, the temperatures are rising from 14 °C (56 °F) at the beginning of the month to 18 °C (65 °F) at the end of the month.

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