May is one of the best months for sightseeing trips in Nagoya City. in May, the temperature in Nagoya City rises even higher, making it warm and comfortable. There are almost no cold days, so you can basically spend your days without a jacket. In Nagoya City, the fresh green of the trees on the streets and in parks is dazzling. Various flowers are in bloom, and taking a walk is enjoyable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear in Nagoya in May?
In May, you can wear spring clothes. Basically, short-sleeved shirts are comfortable, but it is a good idea to carry a light jacket or cardigan for spring. For more information on spring clothing, please refer to the following article.
Is May the best season for sightseeing in Nagoya?
Yes, April and May can be considered the spring tourist season. During this time of year, rooms at popular and well-known hotels fill up early, so we recommend that you make reservations in advance.
Weather in Nagoya in early May

MAY 3, 2012: Deuxieme Classe fashion store in Nagoya, Japan = Shutterstock
Average temperature Highest temperature (Lowest temperature) |
Total precipitation (Total snowfall depth) |
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Nagoya | 18.2℃ (64.8°F) 23.6℃ (74.5°F) 13.7℃ (56.7°F) |
48.0 mm (1.89 inch) – |
※ Source: All figures are the average for 30 years of 1991-2020 announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency
>> Click here for a [quick reference] converted from Celsius to Fahrenheit.
Weather in Nagoya in mid-May

At the front of Osu Kannon Temple in Nagoya city, Japan at 12 May 2019 = Shutterstock
Average temperature Highest temperature (Lowest temperature) |
Total precipitation (Total snowfall depth) |
|
Nagoya | 19.0℃ (66.2°F) 24.2℃ (75.6°F) 14.5℃ (58.1°F) |
54.1 mm (2.13 inch) – |
※Source: All figures are the average for 30 years of 1991-2020 announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency
Weather in Nagoya in late May

Nagoya, Japan May – 25, 2019: Nagoya castle in Japan old landmark structure is listed as a Special Historic Site = Shutterstock

Nagoya, JAPAN – May 24, 2017: group of young students waving to the camera on a tour visiting the Nagoya Castle = Shutterstock
Average temperature Highest temperature (Lowest temperature) |
Total precipitation (Total snowfall depth) |
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Nagoya | 20.7℃ (69.3°F) 26.0℃ (78.8°F) 16.3℃ (61.3°F) |
48.2 mm (1.90 inch) – |
※ Source: All figures are the average for 30 years of 1991-2020 announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency
Reference: Current weather and temperature in Nagoya, forecast for the next 7 days
Monthly weather in Nagoya
Below are articles about the weather in Nagoya. Click on the month of interest to see articles about that month.
January | February | March |
April | May | June |
July | August | September |
October | November | December |
Weather in tourist destinations around Japan
Below are pages showing the climates of various regions in Japan at the same time of the year.
Tokyo | Osaka | Kyoto |
Hokkaido | Sendai | Nagano |
Nagoya | Hiroshima | Fukuoka |
Okinawa |
Now, let’s plan to make your vacation in Japan the best experience ever!