Harajuku weather in May
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days. Average highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C, with around 11 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Harajuku. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
23°C
Average low
14°C
Rainy days
11 days
Best months to visit
May, June
What to do in Harajuku in May
Whatever the weather, Harajuku rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Takeshita Street fashion exploration
Meiji Shrine and forest walks
Harajuku youth culture observation
Vintage and anime shop browsing
Crepe and street food sampling
Fashion photography opportunities
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
9C
Cold, with occasional showers.
February
10C
Cool, with occasional showers.
March
14C
Cool, with some rainy days.
April
18C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
May (you are here)
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
June
26C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
July
30C
Hot and humid, with regular rainfall.
August
31C
Hot and humid, with some rainy days.
September
27C
Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.
October
21C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
November
17C
Cool, with some rainy days.
December
11C
Cool, with occasional showers.
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