May weather forecast
Kitakyushu, Japan

May

Weather in May

In Kitakyushu, May represents the transition from spring to summer, featuring warmer temperatures and prolonged sunny days. The city records a rise in relative humidity to 74% indicating the onset of more humid conditions. Despite the increase in humidity, the longer sunshine hours, higher temperature, and less windy days make May very pleasant. Rainfall continues its upward trend laying groundwork for the heavy rainy season of June. As we progress towards the end of the month, summer heat gradually starts to engulf the city.

Temperature

With the transition into May, Kitakyushu experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a refreshing 16.7°C (62.1°F) in April to a pleasant 21.6°C (70.9°F). Kitakyushu records an average low of 14.8°C (58.6°F) throughout the nights in May.

Humidity

In Kitakyushu, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Kitakyushu, in May, during 10.3 rainfall days, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.9 rainfall days, and 943mm (37.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Kitakyushu.

Sea temperature

In Kitakyushu, the average seawater temperature in May is 18.3°C (64.9°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 18.3°C (64.9°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 55min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 19:21 JST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

In Kitakyushu, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Kitakyushu?
May temperatures in Kitakyushu, Japan, vary between a high-temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F) and a low-temperature of 14.8°C (58.6°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Kitakyushu?
In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.
How much does it rain in Kitakyushu in May?
In Kitakyushu, in May, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 69mm (2.72") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow in Kitakyushu?
In Kitakyushu, snow does not fall in April through November.
What is the sea water temperature in May in Kitakyushu?
In May, the average sea temperature in Kitakyushu, Japan, is 18.3°C (64.9°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
What is the average length of the day in May in Kitakyushu?
The average day length in May in Kitakyushu is 13h and 55min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Kitakyushu?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, in Kitakyushu, Japan, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 19:21 JST.
How long on average sun shines in May in Kitakyushu?
In Kitakyushu, Japan, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.
What is the UV index intensity in May in Kitakyushu?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Kitakyushu, Japan, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average temperature in May
Kitakyushu, Japan
  • Average high temperature in May: 21.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Kitakyushu, Japan
  • Average pressure in May: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kitakyushu, Japan
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kitakyushu, Japan
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Kitakyushu, Japan
  • Average rainfall in May: 69mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (183mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (44mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kitakyushu, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kitakyushu, Japan
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (27mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Kitakyushu, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Kitakyushu, Japan
  • Average sea temperature in May: 18.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (13.8°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kitakyushu, Japan
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kitakyushu, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Kitakyushu, Japan
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Kitakyushu, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in May
Kitakyushu, Japan
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, May, June, July and August (9km).

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