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JapanThe weather in May in Wakayama
It's warm in May in Wakayama with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 20°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Wakayama. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Wakayama, Japan. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2014, Wakayama 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 8°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 136 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Wakayama
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Wakayama. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Wakayama | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 24°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 26°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 136 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 16 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Wakayama with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
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 Wakayama is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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.
The typhoon season in Wakayama runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Wakayama, Japan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Wakayama
Temperature in May in Wakayama over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Wakayama, Japan. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Wakayama
Total precipitation in May in Wakayama over the years
Daily UV index in May in Wakayama
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Wakayama, 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.
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Average weather in Wakayama by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Wakayama. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.