Verdict: Excellent month
Fukuoka Weather in May
May hits the sweet spot in Fukuoka — highs around 22°C (72°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 12 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, May is one of the best months of the year to be in Fukuoka.
Average high
22°C / 72°F
Average low
15°C / 59°F
Rain days
~12
Precipitation
170 mm
What to pack for Fukuoka in May
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 12 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Fukuoka: Aug (31°C / 88°F) · Coolest: Jan (9°C / 48°F) · Wettest: Jul (~20 rain days)
9°
4°
Jan
11°
4°
Feb
15°
7°
Mar
18°
11°
Apr
22°
15°
May
26°
20°
Jun
30°
24°
Jul
31°
25°
Aug
28°
22°
Sep
22°
15°
Oct
18°
11°
Nov
11°
5°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)