Tokyo Weather in May
Japan · 30-year monthly averages
👍 Good time to visit
May in Tokyo is pleasantly warm, with average daytime highs around 24°C (74°F) and nighttime lows near 15°C (58°F). Expect roughly 140mm of precipitation spread over about 10 rainy days, and this is one of the wetter months.
Avg high
24°C
74°F
Avg low
15°C
58°F
Rainfall
140mm
rainy
Rainy days
10
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 180 hours of sunshine over the month (~6h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- light layers
- comfortable walking shoes
- compact umbrella or rain jacket
May vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Tokyo in May?
- May in Tokyo is pleasantly warm, with average daytime highs around 24°C (74°F) and nighttime lows near 15°C (58°F). Expect roughly 140mm of precipitation spread over about 10 rainy days, and this is one of the wetter months.
- Does it rain a lot in Tokyo in May?
- Tokyo sees around 140mm of precipitation in May on average — rainy by global standards.
- Is May a good time to visit Tokyo?
- May is a good month to visit Tokyo, with generally agreeable conditions.