May weather forecastShimoda, Japan

May weather for Shimoda, Japan: May, the last month of the spring in Shimoda, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.8°C (64°F) and max 20.3°C (68.5°F). On the last day of the month, in Shimoda, sunrise is at 04:32 and sunset at 18:51 JST.

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Shimoda, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.8°C (64°F) and max 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

As Shimoda welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a modest rise, transitioning from an enjoyable 16.6°C (61.9°F) in April to a pleasant 20.3°C (68.5°F). Shimoda notes a steady average temperature of 17.8°C (64°F) during the nights of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Shimoda, in May, during 12.4 rainfall days, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shimoda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.7 days and collects up to 1368mm (53.86") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In Shimoda, the average seawater temperature in May is 19.3°C (66.7°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 19.3°C (66.7°F) is not a pleasant activity. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Shimoda is 13h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:53 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of May, in Shimoda, sunrise is at 04:32 and sunset at 18:51 JST.

Sunshine

In Shimoda, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Shimoda is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Shimoda, is 20.3°C (68.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 17.8°C (64°F).

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

In Shimoda, in May, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 105mm (4.13") of accumulated precipitation.

January, March through December are months without snowfall in Shimoda.

In May, the average sea temperature in Shimoda is 19.3°C (66.7°F). Swimming in 19.3°C (66.7°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

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

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:53 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, in Shimoda, sunrise is at 04:32 and sunset at 18:51 JST.

The average sunshine duration in May in Shimoda is 9.4h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shimoda, Japan

  • Average high temperature in May: 20.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 17.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Shimoda, Japan

  • Average pressure in May: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1009mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Shimoda, Japan

  • Average wind speed in May: 19.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (28.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (18km/h).

Average humidity in May
Shimoda, Japan

  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (64%).

Average rainfall in May
Shimoda, Japan

  • Average rainfall in May: 105mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (201mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (49mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Shimoda, Japan

  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall days in May
Shimoda, Japan

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Shimoda, Japan

  • Average sea temperature in May: 19.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.3°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shimoda, 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: 9h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shimoda, Japan

  • Average sunshine days in May: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Shimoda, Japan

  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Shimoda, Japan

  • Average cloud cover in May: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in May
Shimoda, Japan

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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