Osaka · May
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 74°F, dipping to 58°F at night. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
Avg high / low
74° / 58°F
Humidity
73%
Rain days
12/mo
Wind
13 mph
What May feels like in Osaka
Sunrise
04:55
Mid-month average
Sunset
18:53
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Osaka in May
The kit for May in Osaka: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
+9° avg high
0 rain days
Osaka in April →
May
74°F avg high
12 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
-5° avg high
-4 rain days
Osaka in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Osaka in May?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in Osaka in May?+
Average high 74°F, average low 58°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Osaka?+
Compared to April (avg high 65°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 80°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Osaka in May?+
Expect about 12 measurable rain days in May, on average.