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Tokyo weather in May

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

Tokyo May weather at a glance

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In May, Tokyo averages 18.9°C, with typical highs of 23.1°C and lows of 15°C. The historical average is 16 wet days and 75% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in May, it is 2.3°C warmer than Seoul, with 7 more wet days.

Tokyo May temperature & humidity

Average18.9°CHigh 23.1° / low 15°
Humidity75%
Wet days16 days50% of days
Day–night range8.1°

Tokyo May rain & wet days

Wet days16 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days50%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 Tokyo in May

T-shirts or long sleeves with one light outer layer should be comfortable. Rain is frequent at roughly 16 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

  • DaytimeLong sleeves and a light jacket · average high 23.1°C
  • Morning & eveningLong sleeves with a jacket or cardigan · average low 15°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
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Tokyo May sunrise & sunset times

2026 May · Local time (Asia/Tokyo)

Sunrise on the 15th04:37
Sunset on the 15th18:39
Daylight duration14h 2m
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DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-05-0104:5018:2813h 38m
2026-05-1504:3718:3914h 2m
2026-05-3104:2718:5114h 24m

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

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May weather by year

May 202419°14 wet days, 75% humidity
May 202518.7°17 wet days, 76% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

123°11°
219°15°81mm
323°14°
422°13°1.6mm
522°11°
617°14°17mm
721°13°2.3mm
821°14°
922°14°2.6mm
1022°17°8.2mm
1125°16°1.9mm
1220°15°9.4mm
1323°14°
1424°16°
1525°16°
1626°18°
1724°19°24mm
1827°22°
1922°17°3.3mm
2029°15°
2129°19°
2227°18°3.9mm
2323°16°
2421°15°3mm
2526°14°23mm
2620°16°
2720°15°
2823°15°5.7mm
2923°15°3.4mm
3018°14°31mm
3117°15°32mm

Frequently asked questions

What is Tokyo weather like in May?

In May, Tokyo averages 18.9°C, with typical highs of 23.1°C and lows of 15°C. The historical average is 16 wet days and 75% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is fair.

Does it rain a lot in Tokyo in May?

There are about 16 wet days in May. Pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What should I wear in Tokyo in May?

T-shirts or long sleeves with one light outer layer should be comfortable. Rain is frequent at roughly 16 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What are the best months to visit Tokyo?

Recent weather data rates January, October, November among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Tokyo 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 Tokyo in May?

On 2026-05-15, calculated sunrise is 04:37 and sunset is 18:39 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