May weather forecast
Minamata, Japan

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Minamata, Japan, with temperature in the range of an average high of 21.9°C (71.4°F) and an average low of 17.1°C (62.8°F).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from an enjoyable 18°C (64.4°F) in April to an agreeable 21.9°C (71.4°F). Minamata encounters a negligible difference from daytime peaks throughout the May nights, with a low-temperature average of 17.1°C (62.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout May, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 190.1 rainfall days, and 1194mm (47.01") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall in Minamata.

Sea temperature

In Minamata, Japan, the average seawater temperature in May is 20.3°C (68.5°F).
Note: Swimming in water with a temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) is not a pleasurable experience for the majority. As the temperature falls below 21°C (69.8°F), it becomes increasingly hard to control one's breathing.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 19:19 JST.

Sunshine

In Minamata, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Minamata is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during May translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Minamata in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Minamata, records 21.9°C (71.4°F), while the low-temperature is 17.1°C (62.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Minamata?

In May, the average relative humidity in Minamata is 77%.

How much does it rain in Minamata in May?

In Minamata, in May, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 77mm (3.03") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Minamata?

March through December are months without snowfall in Minamata.

What is the sea water temperature in May in Minamata?

In May, the average sea temperature in Minamata is 20.3°C (68.5°F). For most, swimming in 20.3°C (68.5°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).

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

The average day length in May in Minamata, Japan, is 13h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Minamata?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 19:19 JST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Minamata?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Minamata is 8.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Minamata?

In Minamata, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Minamata, Japan

Average temperature in May - Minamata, Japan
  • Average high temperature in May: 21.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 17.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.8°C).

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Average pressure in May
Minamata, Japan

Average pressure in May - Minamata, Japan
  • Average pressure in May: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Minamata, Japan

Average wind speed in May - Minamata, Japan
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (19.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.2km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Minamata, Japan

Average humidity in May - Minamata, Japan
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

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Average rainfall in May
Minamata, Japan

Average rainfall in May - Minamata, Japan
  • Average rainfall in May: 77mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (261mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (44mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Minamata, Japan

Average rainfall days in May - Minamata, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (11.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Minamata, Japan

Average snowfall in May - Minamata, Japan
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Minamata, Japan

Average snowfall days in May - Minamata, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Minamata, Japan

Average sea temperature in May - Minamata, Japan
  • Average sea temperature in May: 20.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (16.2°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Minamata, Japan

Average sunshine days in May - Minamata, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Minamata, Japan

Average UV index in May - Minamata, 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, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Minamata, Japan

Average cloud cover in May - Minamata, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in May
Minamata, Japan

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

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

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