Kamakura weather in May

Kamakura, Japan
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May in Kamakura: nice, rainy, with very humid — one of the best months to visit.

#1 of 12 months in Kamakura · #386 of 897 destinations to visit in May · comfort 84/100 (tier A)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

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Kamakura climate normals — May

Daytime high20°C / 69°F😎 nice
Nighttime low16°C / 60°F
Rainfall126 mm / 5 in🌧 rainy
Rainy days13 days
Humidity80%💦 very humid
Dew point14°C / 57°F
Sunshine8.8 h/day
Daylight14 h
Wind20 km/h / 12 mph
Air quality (US AQI)67🙂 moderate

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Kamakura in May — FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Kamakura?
May in Kamakura: nice, rainy, with very humid — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #1 of 12 months for Kamakura on SeasonMap's comfort score (84/100).
What is the weather like in Kamakura in May?
In May, Kamakura averages a daily high of 20.3°C and a low of 15.6°C, with about 126 mm of rain over roughly 13.2 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Kamakura in May?
Kamakura has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 67 in May.

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