May weather forecast
Saitama, Japan

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Weather in May

In May, comfort walks through Saitama's door with temperatures ranging from 15.8°C (60.4°F) to 23.7°C (74.7°F). Amid the progressing rise in temperatures, city dwellers witness a continuation of the surge in rainfall witnessed in April. Consequently, a fairly high relative humidity suggests a damp atmosphere in the city. Yet, residents relish the extended daylight and sunshine, with outdoor activities becoming a part of daily life. Embracing late spring, Saitama demonstrates a pleasant blend of warm temperatures and moderate rainfall.

Temperature

Noticing a change, the average high-temperature during May moves from April's comfortable 17.8°C (64°F) to a warm 23.7°C (74.7°F). Saitama's temperature lowers to a mean of 15.8°C (60.4°F) during the nights in May.

Humidity

In Saitama, the average relative humidity in May is 67%.

Rainfall

In Saitama, in May, during 12.7 rainfall days, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138 rainfall days, and 580mm (22.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Saitama, snow does not fall in April through October and December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:48 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 04:26 and sunset at 18:51 JST.

Sunshine

In Saitama, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

In Saitama, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Stay alert. Light-skinned people could suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Saitama?

The high-temperature, in May, in Saitama, is 23.7°C (74.7°F), while the low-temperature averages to 15.8°C (60.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Saitama?

In Saitama, Japan, the average relative humidity in May is 67%.

How much does it rain in Saitama in May?

In Saitama, Japan, during May, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Saitama?

April through October and December are months without snowfall in Saitama, Japan.

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

In May, the average day length in Saitama is 14h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Saitama?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:48 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, in Saitama, sunrise is at 04:26 and sunset at 18:51 JST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Saitama?

In Saitama, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

How high is the UV index in May in Saitama?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Saitama is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Saitama, Japan

Average temperature in May - Saitama, Japan
  • Average high temperature in May: 23.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 15.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2°C).

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Average pressure in May
Saitama, Japan

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1009.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Saitama, Japan

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (9.7km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Saitama, Japan

Average humidity in May - Saitama, Japan
  • Average humidity in May: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (59%).

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Average rainfall in May
Saitama, Japan

Average rainfall in May - Saitama, Japan
  • Average rainfall in May: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (79mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (19mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Saitama, Japan

Average rainfall days in May - Saitama, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Saitama, Japan

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (33mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Saitama, Japan

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Saitama, Japan
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Saitama, Japan

Average sunshine days in May - Saitama, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Saitama, Japan

Average UV index in May - Saitama, Japan
  • Average UV index in May: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Saitama, Japan

Average cloud cover in May - Saitama, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
Saitama, Japan

Average visibility in May - Saitama, Japan
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

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