JapanThe weather in May in Yakushima
It's warm in May in Yakushima 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 16°C and 20°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Yakushima. 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 Yakushima, 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 30°C in 2023, Yakushima reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 410 mm of precipitation, spread over 27 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Yakushima
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Yakushima. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Yakushima | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 24°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 26°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 410 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 27 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Yakushima with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 18°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 25°C, with nights around 20°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Yakushima is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 20°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Yakushima, Japan. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Yakushima
Temperature in May in Yakushima over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Yakushima, 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 Yakushima
Total precipitation in May in Yakushima over the years
Daily UV index in May in Yakushima
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Yakushima, 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.
Weather experiences in May in Yakushima
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Average weather in Yakushima by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Yakushima. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.