JapanAverage weather for Kyōto in May
It's warm in May in Kyōto with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 19°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Kyōto with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 15°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 26°C, with nights around 17°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 Kyōto is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°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 171 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Kyōto in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
25°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
28°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
22°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
171 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 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 Kyōto?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Kyōto. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The typhoon season in Kyōto runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 34°C in 2015, Kyōto reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Kyōto
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Kyōto, 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 Kyōto
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Kyōto, 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 Kyōto.
Daily UV index in May in Kyōto
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Kyōto, 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 Kyōto over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Kyōto, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Kyōto over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Kyōto, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Kyōto
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Average weather in Kyōto by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kyōto. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
