What to pack for Yokohama in May
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 77%; max daily wind around 27 km/h.
How May compares
Best months in Yokohama: April–May & October–November. See the full best time to visit Yokohama guide.
Yokohama in May: the details
In May, Yokohama sees average daytime highs of 22°C (72°F) and overnight lows of 15°C (59°F). Rainfall totals roughly 170 mm across 13.2 rainy days, and the sun shines about 8.7 hours per day with 13.9 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 77%.
In context: May is the 5th-warmest month and the 6th-wettest in Yokohama. The sunniest month is August (10.7 h/day).
| Metric | May average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 22°C / 72°F |
| Overnight low | 15°C / 59°F |
| Rainfall | 170 mm over 13.2 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 8.7 h/day (13.9 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 77% |
| Travel score | 8.4 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Yokohama, Japan (35.43, 139.65) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Yokohama in May?
Daytime highs in Yokohama in May average 22°C (72°F); nights drop to about 15°C.
Does it rain in Yokohama in May?
Expect around 13.2 rainy days and 170 mm of rainfall in May.
Is May a good time to visit Yokohama?
May is a good month to visit Yokohama. Overall travel score: 8.4/10. The best months are April–May & October–November.
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