May · Japan
Best time to visit Kagoshima in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kagoshima in May
Average temperature 20°C, 426 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
4.9/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 426 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Kagoshima scores 4.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 20°C, 426 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kagoshima faces the Sakurajima volcano across its bay, with gardens, hot springs and Satsuma history.
May in Kagoshima — off-season conditions
May averages 20°C (68°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
426 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 4.9/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 6.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? January scores 1.9 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kagoshima in May?
- In May, Kagoshima averages 20°C, 426 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.9/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Kagoshima?
- May earns a 4.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kagoshima in May?
- Expect about 426 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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