Weather in Zao Onsen for May 2027
In general, the average temperature in Zao Onsen at the beginning of May is 17.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 23.9 °C by the end of May.
The climate of Zao Onsen in May is notably wet, with an average of 13 rainy days, and a total of 144.5 mm of precipitation.
Is May a good time to visit Zao Onsen? check out the best time to travel to Zao Onsen page.
New! Chat with our AI weatherman - it’s amazing and free.
Temperatures
Rain 🌧️
More
Zao Onsen Weather May
Temperatures trend during May in Zao Onsen
May weather in Zao Onsen day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 14° /7° | 26.9 mm | 1 | |
| 2 May |  Patchy rain possible | 15° /7° | 12.4 mm | 7 | |
| 3 May |  Overcast | 19° /7° | 1.3 mm | 6 | |
| 4 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 13° /5° | 13.7 mm | 2 | |
| 5 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /4° | 0.8 mm | 8 | |
| 6 May |  Sunny | 21° /7° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 7 May | Sunny | 23° /10° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 8 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 21° /8° | 7 mm | 7 | |
| 9 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 11° /7° | 8.5 mm | 6 | |
| 10 May | Sunny | 17° /6° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 11 May |  Partly cloudy | 22° /7° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 12 May | Moderate rain at times | 21° /10° | 1.4 mm | 7 | |
| 13 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 20° /11° | 6.9 mm | 5 | |
| 14 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 19° /9° | 9.1 mm | 7 | |
| 15 May | Partly cloudy | 21° /8° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 16 May | Patchy rain possible | 24° /10° | 0.2 mm | 9 | |
| 17 May | Partly cloudy | 23° /10° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 18 May | Sunny | 28° /12° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 19 May | Sunny | 27° /15° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 20 May |  Cloudy | 25° /15° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 21 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 17° /9° | 40.6 mm | 2 | |
| 22 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /4° | 9.6 mm | 3 | |
| 23 May | Sunny | 16° /3° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 24 May | Moderate rain at times | 16° /6° | 1.3 mm | 5 | |
| 25 May | Overcast | 23° /11° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| 26 May | Overcast | 25° /13° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 27 May | Overcast | 26° /14° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 28 May |  Heavy rain at times | 26° /15° | 3.9 mm | 5 | |
| 29 May | Patchy rain possible | 19° /10° | 0.9 mm | 8 | |
| 30 May | Sunny | 22° /10° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 31 May | Sunny | 26° /12° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| Next | |||||
Zao Onsen weather in May vs April vs June
| April | May | June | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weather | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible |
| Temperatures | 15°/5° | 20°/9° | 21°/13° |
| Rainfall | 94 mm | 145 mm | 180 mm |
| Wind | 15.8 km/h | 13 km/h | 9.6 km/h |
| Humidity | 68% | 72% | 81% |
| Rainy days | 14 days | 13 days | 17 days |
| Dry days | 16 days | 18 days | 13 days |
Planning a trip to Zao Onsen? Discover the best time to visit
Zao Onsen in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Zao Onsen during May?
How much rainfall should be expected in Zao Onsen during May?
What are the typical wind conditions in Zao Onsen during May?
May rainfall patterns in Zao Onsen
UV exposure in Zao Onsen during May
What to pack to Zao Onsen in May?
Mild & changeable · highs around 20 °C, frequent showers
As you prepare for your trip to Zao Onsen 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 Zao Onsen, during May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
🧥 Clothing
👟 Footwear
🎒 Accessories
Quick links
Where is Zao Onsen?Get accurate weather forecasts for Zao Onsen, located at latitude 38.173 and longitude 140.338. Stay updated with localized weather information tailored for Zao Onsen.