Is May a good month to visit Otaru?

May sits in the spring period, so trip quality depends on your preferred weather, crowd levels, and pace.

What should I pack for Otaru in May?

Average highs around 16.4C and lows near 8.9C. Pack flexible layers for changing daytime and evening temperatures.

What weather should I expect in Otaru during May?

May typically averages around 12.6C, with about 98.4mm of rain across 15 days.

Otaru, Japan

Otaru in May

Otaru, Japan

Visiting Otaru in May means experiencing the spring. During spring, Otaru offers mild temperatures, blooming landscapes, and fewer crowds.

SeasonSpring

Travel StyleUrban Discovery

Cost$$$$

Weather in Otaru in May

Average highs around 16.4C and lows near 8.9C. 98.4mm average precipitation and about 15 rainy days. May typically sits between April and June conditions, so it is useful for travelers wanting a balanced window in Otaru. Pack flexible layers for changing daytime and evening temperatures.

Avg High16.4C

Avg Low8.9C

Rainy Days15

Precipitation98.4mm

Daylight14.7h/day

Sunshine9.3h/day

Wind19.5 km/h

UVmoderate

Humidityhumid

Temperature

May brings spring conditions in Otaru, Japan. The average temperature is about 12.6C, with lows near 8.9C and highs around 16.4C.

Sunshine Hours

Otaru, Japan usually gets around 9.3 hours of sunshine per day in May, with roughly 14.7 daylight hours available for sightseeing.

Rain

May sees around 98.4mm of rainfall over about 15 days. Rain can occur for around 5.2 hours per day on average.

Humidity

Humidity in May is generally humid for Otaru, Japan, especially when rainfall periods increase.

Otaru in May

Otaru in May