May weather forecastSapporo, Japan
May
Weather in May
May is a delightful month in Sapporo with characteristic mild weather and nature in full bloom. Compared to April, May sees a significant increase in both daytime high temperatures and sunshine duration. A surge in temperatures up to 15.9°C (60.6°F) makes the ambience comfortable, prompting inhabitants to spend more time outdoors. Residents and visitors alike relish the city's renowned gardens and parks. Festivals celebrating the blossoming of flowers add additional color to the increasingly warm month.Temperature
Sapporo sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a chilly 8.3°C (46.9°F) in April to a refreshing 15.9°C (60.6°F). An average nighttime temperature of 6.5°C (43.7°F) is noted in Sapporo during the month of May.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Sapporo, in May, during 14.6 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167 rainfall days, and 843mm (33.19") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
May through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:27 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of May, in Sapporo, sunrise is at 03:58 and sunset at 19:06 JST.
Sunshine
In Sapporo, Japan, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sapporo is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Sapporo, Japan
- Average high temperature in May: 15.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.7°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10°C).
Average pressure in May
Sapporo, Japan
- Average pressure in May: 1010.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Sapporo, Japan
- Average wind speed in May: 11.8km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and December (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Sapporo, Japan
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Sapporo, Japan
- Average rainfall in May: 54mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (112mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (51mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Sapporo, Japan
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Sapporo, Japan
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (430mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Sapporo, Japan
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (28 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sapporo, Japan
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 42min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Sapporo, Japan
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (2.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Sapporo, Japan
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Sapporo, Japan
- Average cloud cover in May: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 41).
Average visibility in May
Sapporo, Japan
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May and October (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (6km).
