Karuizawa vs Kyoto in May

Kyoto is the better pick in May — 85 vs 79 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Kyoto is warm, soaked, muggy air, while Karuizawa is nice, rainy, muggy air.

Karuizawa vs KyotoMay climate, side by side

KaruizawaKyoto
Comfort score79/100 (B)85/100 (A)
Feels-like high19°C27°C
Avg high / low19° / 6°26° / 15°
Rainfall145 mm167 mm
Rainy days1612
Humidity75%76%
Air quality (AQI)5155

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Karuizawa vs Kyoto in May — FAQ

Is May better in Karuizawa or Kyoto?
Kyoto is the better pick in May — 85 vs 79 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Kyoto is warm, soaked, muggy air, while Karuizawa is nice, rainy, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Karuizawa vs Kyoto in May?
In May, Karuizawa averages 19°C high / 6°C low with about 145 mm of rain; Kyoto averages 26°C high / 15°C low with about 167 mm.