Average weather for Ōita in May
It's warm in May in Ōita with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 13°C and 19°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Ōita with warm temps, averaging around 23°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 25°C, with nights around 17°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Ōita is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In May, there is an average of 186 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Ōita in May |
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24°C | 22°C | |
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26°C | 28°C | |
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21°C | -5°C | |
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186 mm | 105 mm | |
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9 days | 14 days |
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 Ōita?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Ōita. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The typhoon season in Ōita runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2016, Ōita reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Ōita
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Ōita, 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 Ōita
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Ōita, 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 9 days of precipitation in Ōita.
Daily UV index in May in Ōita
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Ōita, 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 Ōita over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Ōita, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Ōita over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Ōita, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Ōita
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Ōita. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Ōita by month
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