Weather in Tokyo for May 2026
In general, the average temperature in Tokyo at the beginning of May is 21.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 22.4 °C by the end of May.
Tokyo experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 164.7 mm.
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Tokyo Weather May
What’s the Weather Like in Tokyo This May?
Temperatures trend during May in Tokyo
May weather in Tokyo day by day
Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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1 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 20° /13° | 10 mm | 5 | |
2 May | Patchy rain possible | 19° /12° | 3.6 mm | 5 | |
3 May | Partly cloudy | 20° /12° | 0.3 mm | 5 | |
4 May | Sunny | 24° /13° | 0 mm | 6 | |
5 May | Overcast | 23° /15° | 0.3 mm | 5 | |
6 May | Partly cloudy | 22° /15° | 3.4 mm | 5 | |
7 May | Moderate rain at times | 21° /14° | 8.4 mm | 5 | |
8 May | Overcast | 19° /12° | 11.3 mm | 5 | |
9 May | Partly cloudy | 19° /13° | 3.6 mm | 5 | |
10 May | Sunny | 21° /13° | 2 mm | 5 | |
11 May | Patchy rain possible | 21° /14° | 1.5 mm | 5 | |
12 May | Partly cloudy | 21° /15° | 2.5 mm | 5 | |
13 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 20° /15° | 15.9 mm | 5 | |
14 May | Partly cloudy | 23° /16° | 4.6 mm | 6 | |
15 May | Overcast | 20° /15° | 2.9 mm | 4 | |
16 May | Partly cloudy | 22° /15° | 1.8 mm | 5 | |
17 May | Heavy rain at times | 23° /16° | 2.7 mm | 6 | |
18 May | Overcast | 25° /17° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
19 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /16° | 9.6 mm | 5 | |
20 May | Partly cloudy | 23° /16° | 6.6 mm | 5 | |
21 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 24° /17° | 5.3 mm | 5 | |
22 May | Moderate rain at times | 23° /16° | 2.9 mm | 5 | |
23 May | Partly cloudy | 21° /15° | 5.6 mm | 5 | |
24 May | Sunny | 23° /16° | 1.5 mm | 6 | |
25 May | Partly cloudy | 22° /16° | 5 mm | 5 | |
26 May | Partly cloudy | 22° /17° | 0 mm | 6 | |
27 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /16° | 12.8 mm | 5 | |
28 May | Cloudy | 24° /16° | 8.3 mm | 5 | |
29 May | Partly cloudy | 24° /17° | 11 mm | 6 | |
30 May | Sunny | 23° /17° | 12.3 mm | 6 | |
31 May | Overcast | 20° /16° | 12.6 mm | 5 | |
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Tokyo in May - FAQ
What to pack to Tokyo in May?
As you prepare for your trip to Tokyo in May, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Tokyo, during May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Layered Clothing: Light sweaters, long-sleeve shirts, light jackets, and comfortable pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Sunglasses: For sun protection
- Sun Hats: Wide-brimmed hats for sun protection in warm weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
May rainfall patterns in Tokyo
UV exposure in Tokyo during May
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