Tokyo vs Kyoto

Tokyo and Kyoto are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Tokyo sits in the comfortable travel range at 22°C. Kyoto is also comfortable at 23°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in May.

Tokyo reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Kyoto averages 23°C (73°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Tokyo receives approximately 131 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Kyoto sees 154 mm over 11 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.