May weather forecast
Kushiro, Japan

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Weather in May

May welcomes a noticeable transition in Kushiro's weather as it steps fully into the realm of spring. Warming temperatures replace the chilled tones of winter, and the scanty 4mm (0.16") snowfall echoes this change. As the days get sunnier and longer, May makes for an ideal time for outdoor activities. The surrounding sea also begins to warm up, supporting marine biodiversity. The arrival of May signals not just the middle of spring but also the dawn of the impending summer season.

Temperature

As Kushiro, Japan, enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a chilly 8.3°C (46.9°F) of April to a moderate 13.9°C (57°F). During May, Kushiro records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 6°C (42.8°F).

Humidity

In Kushiro, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Kushiro, Japan, during May, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 105.6 rainfall days, and 625mm (24.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Kushiro. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Kushiro aggregates 4mm (0.16") of snow. In Kushiro, during the entire year, snow falls for 25 days and aggregates up to 314mm (12.36") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Kushiro, the average seawater temperature in May is 6.8°C (44.2°F).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 6.8°C (44.2°F) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 10°C (50°F) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 04:15 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:46 and sunset at 18:53 JST.

Sunshine

April and May, with an average of 8.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Kushiro.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Kushiro, Japan, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Kushiro?

Kushiro in May has an average high-temperature of 13.9°C (57°F) and an average low-temperature of 6°C (42.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Kushiro?

The average relative humidity in May in Kushiro is 79%.

How many days does it rain in May in Kushiro?

In May, in Kushiro, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout May, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Kushiro?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Kushiro. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Kushiro aggregates 4mm (0.16") of snow.

How cold is the water in May in Kushiro?

In Kushiro, Japan, in May, the average water temperature is 6.8°C (44.2°F). Swimming in 6.8°C (44.2°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Kushiro?

In May, the average day length in Kushiro, Japan, is 14h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Kushiro?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 04:15 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:46 and sunset at 18:53 JST.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Kushiro?

The months with the most sunshine in Kushiro, Japan, are April and May, with an average of 8.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in May in Kushiro?

In Kushiro, Japan, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.1h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Kushiro?

In Kushiro, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Kushiro, Japan

Average temperature in May - Kushiro, Japan
  • Average high temperature in May: 13.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-8.4°C).

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Average pressure in May
Kushiro, Japan

Average pressure in May - Kushiro, Japan
  • Average pressure in May: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1009.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Kushiro, Japan

Average wind speed in May - Kushiro, Japan
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Kushiro, Japan

Average humidity in May - Kushiro, Japan
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, November and December (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Kushiro, Japan

Average rainfall in May - Kushiro, Japan
  • Average rainfall in May: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (109mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (14mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Kushiro, Japan

Average rainfall days in May - Kushiro, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Kushiro, Japan

Average snowfall in May - Kushiro, Japan
  • Average snowfall in May: 4mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (77mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Kushiro, Japan

Average snowfall days in May - Kushiro, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Kushiro, Japan

Average sea temperature in May - Kushiro, Japan
  • Average sea temperature in May: 6.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (0.8°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kushiro, Japan

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kushiro, Japan
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Kushiro, Japan

Average sunshine days in May - Kushiro, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Kushiro, Japan

Average UV index in May - Kushiro, Japan
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Kushiro, Japan

Average cloud cover in May - Kushiro, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in May
Kushiro, Japan

Average visibility in May - Kushiro, Japan
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July and August (7km).

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