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Furano and Biei in May
Furano and Biei warms up: highs climb to 61°F (16°C), from 46°F in April, with lows of 43°F (6°C) and about 2.7 in (69 mm) of rain.
May opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 77/100 (2nd of 12).
- Avg high
- 61°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 43°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 2.7 in (69 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 71%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 30 min
- Comfort score
- 77/100 · Great
What May feels like
Days are mild at around 61°F (16°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Lows average 43°F (6°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.7 in (69 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around May
May is one of Furano and Biei's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: May & June and September.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 8°C (15°F) from April.
- Comfort improves from 54/100 in April to 77/100.
- Our Hokkaido: Sapporo, Otaru & Furano route recommends Jul – Aug, Jan – Feb, so May falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for May
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 43°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Furano and Biei in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Shirahige Waterfall
Falls seeping through cliff rock into a blue river, seen from a bridge.
Why now May scores 77/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Farm Tomita
Famous lavender farm with striped flower beds and lavender soft serve.
Why now Highs near 61°F and 2.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Patchwork Road
Scenic farm roads past the Ken and Mary Tree and Seven Stars Tree.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Ningle Terrace
Log cabin craft shops on boardwalks in the forest at New Furano Prince Hotel.
Furano Ski Resort
Ski area with powder snow and a ropeway that runs to summer viewpoints.
Nearby in May
- Sapporo in May~63 mi · highs 62°F, 2.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Otaru in May~77 mi · highs 62°F, 2.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~517 m to Furano and Biei's ~208 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Furano and Biei in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Furano and Biei?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 77/100. Expect highs of 61°F (16°C) and 2.7 in (69 mm) of rain. Our Hokkaido: Sapporo, Otaru & Furano route recommends Jul – Aug, Jan – Feb, so May is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Furano and Biei in May?
Average highs are 61°F (16°C) and average lows 43°F (6°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Furano and Biei in May?
Some: about 2.7 in (69 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 43.0 in (1093 mm).
What should I pack for Furano and Biei in May?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 43°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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