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Nikko weather in May

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Nikko May weather at a glance

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In May, Nikko averages 13.6°C, with typical highs of 17.9°C and lows of 9.3°C. The historical average is 20 wet days and 80% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in May, it is 3°C cooler than Seoul, with 11 more wet days.

Nikko May temperature & humidity

Average13.6°CHigh 17.9° / low 9.3°
Humidity80%
Wet days20 days63% of days
Day–night range8.6°

Nikko May rain & wet days

Wet days20 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days63%Not a forecast probability

Pack a light rain jacket, waterproof pouch and quick-dry shoes. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Nikko in May

Wear long sleeves with a light jacket or cardigan that is easy to remove during the day. Rain is frequent at roughly 20 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

  • DaytimeLong sleeves and a light jacket · average high 17.9°C
  • Morning & eveningLong sleeves with a jacket or cardigan · average low 9.3°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Light jacket or cardiganLong-sleeve topsRain jacketWater-resistant shoesCompact umbrella
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Nikko May sunrise & sunset times

2026 May · Local time (Asia/Tokyo)

Sunrise on the 15th04:35
Sunset on the 15th18:42
Daylight duration14h 7m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-05-0104:4818:3013h 41m
2026-05-1504:3518:4214h 7m
2026-05-3104:2518:5414h 29m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

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Best months to visit Nikko

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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May weather by year

May 202414°16 wet days, 78% humidity
May 202513.3°23 wet days, 83% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

118°6°1.9mm
212°8°72mm
317°4°2.7mm
415°5°7.8mm
518°2°1.1mm
610°8°20mm
715°4°8.5mm
816°4°
916°8°6.9mm
1017°11°32mm
1119°8°
1213°10°20mm
1319°7°
1419°10°
1519°10°
1621°12°
1718°13°24mm
1822°12°2.9mm
1915°11°14mm
2024°10°2.3mm
2124°15°
2222°15°41mm
2316°10°12mm
2414°10°10mm
2520°11°27mm
2615°8°3.4mm
2716°9°
2818°10°7.8mm
2919°12°10mm
3013°11°6.6mm
3115°11°7.9mm

Frequently asked questions

What is Nikko weather like in May?

In May, Nikko averages 13.6°C, with typical highs of 17.9°C and lows of 9.3°C. The historical average is 20 wet days and 80% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Nikko in May?

There are about 20 wet days in May. Pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What should I wear in Nikko in May?

Wear long sleeves with a light jacket or cardigan that is easy to remove during the day. Rain is frequent at roughly 20 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What are the best months to visit Nikko?

No months meet the A or B threshold in our temperature-and-precipitation score. Compare the monthly values with your planned activities.

Where can I check Nikko weather in May in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Nikko in May?

On 2026-05-15, calculated sunrise is 04:35 and sunset is 18:42 in local time (Asia/Tokyo). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations