JapanAverage weather for Kagoshima in May
It's warm in May in Kagoshima with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 20°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Kagoshima with warm temps, averaging around 25°C during the day and nights around 17°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 26°C, with nights around 19°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Kagoshima is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In May, there is an average of 247 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Kagoshima in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
25°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
27°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
23°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
247 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Kagoshima?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Kagoshima. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The typhoon season in Kagoshima runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2018, Kagoshima reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 9°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Kagoshima
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Kagoshima, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Kagoshima
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Kagoshima, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Kagoshima.
Daily UV index in May in Kagoshima
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Kagoshima, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Kagoshima over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Kagoshima, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Kagoshima over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Kagoshima, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Kagoshima
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Average weather in Kagoshima by month
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