May weather forecastNara, Japan

May

Weather in May

A significant rise in temperature and humidity distinguishes May from the preceding months. Rainfall hits a new high with the city witnessing 144mm (5.67"), making it one of the rainiest months. The balmy sunshine tries to pierce through the frequent showers, and the city boasts of its vibrant avian diversity amid blossoming greens. Although days become humid, the relentless showers often provide respite. Towards the end of May, the city prepares itself for the soon-to-arrive summer heat.

Temperature

May's onset in Nara is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from an enjoyable 19.8°C (67.6°F) in April to a moderately hot 24.1°C (75.4°F). In the month of May, the nighttime temperature in Nara, Japan, dips to a steady average of 12.5°C (54.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Nara, Japan, is 69%.

Rainfall

In Nara, in May, during 11.3 rainfall days, 144mm (5.67") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nara, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.6 days and collects up to 1316mm (51.81") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Nara.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:45 and sunset at 19:03 JST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Nara is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 9 in May interprets into the following advice:
Prioritize your safety. Without precautions, skin and eyes might get hurt quickly. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Nara, is 24.1°C (75.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 12.5°C (54.5°F).

In Nara, Japan, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

In May, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout May, 144mm (5.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Nara, snow does not fall in April through November.

In Nara, Japan, the average day length in May is 13h and 59min.

On the first day of May in Nara, Japan, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:45 and sunset at 19:03 JST.

The average sunshine duration in May in Nara is 6h.

In Nara, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

19.8°C

24.1°C

27.2°C

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Nara, Japan

Average high temperature in May: 24.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.7°C).

Average low temperature in May: 12.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.2°C).

Average humidity in May
Nara, Japan

Average humidity in May: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, September and October (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (65%).

Average rainfall in May
Nara, Japan

Average rainfall in May: 143.5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (188.8mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (47.3mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Nara, Japan

Average rainfall days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Nara, Japan

Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (40mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Nara, Japan

Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).