When to go
Osaka in May
In May, Osaka averages daytime highs of 22°C and night-time lows of 12°C, with about 159 mm of rain over the month. That makes May the 5th warmest and the 6th wettest month of the year here. It is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
- Average high
- 22°C
- Average low
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 159 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
Climate
Osaka weather through the year
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °C | 6 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 22 | 25 | 29 | 30 | 26 | 21 | 15 | 9 |
| Low °C | -1 | -1 | 2 | 7 | 12 | 17 | 21 | 22 | 18 | 12 | 6 | 1 |
| Rain mm | 66 | 80 | 116 | 135 | 159 | 213 | 220 | 178 | 225 | 192 | 93 | 76 |
Where to stay
Popular hotels in Osaka
The Ritz-Carlton Osaka
★★★★★Hotelsunder 1 km from centre
9.3
Exceptional
The Westin Osaka
★★★★★Hotels1.6 km from centre
8.8
Excellent
RIHGA Royal Hotel Osaka, Vignette Collection by IHG
★★★★★Hotels1.3 km from centre
8.3
Very good
Hotel New Hankyu Osaka
★★★★Hotels1.3 km from centre
8.3
Very good
Hotel Monterey Osaka
★★★★Hotels1.1 km from centre
8.1
Very good
Hotel Plaza Osaka
★★★★Hotels3.1 km from centre
8.0
Very good
FAQ
Osaka in May: questions
Is May a good time to visit Osaka?
Yes — May is one of the most comfortable months in Osaka. Expect highs around 22°C and 159 mm of rain (NASA climate averages, 2001–2020).
How hot is Osaka in May?
The average daytime high in Osaka in May is 22°C and the average low is 12°C.
Does it rain in Osaka in May?
Osaka gets about 159 mm of rain in May on average, making it the 6th wettest month. Average humidity is 79%.
How much are hotels in Osaka in May?
Prices depend on dates and availability. Search Osaka for May on book.maqami.co to see live prices; signed-in members save up to 10% versus the guest price.
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