Tokyo vs Osaka

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Osaka edges ahead as the better destination in May. Osaka offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Tokyo sees 9 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

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

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Osaka is the stronger choice in May. Osaka receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

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.

Osaka averages 23°C (73°F) for the high and 15°C (59°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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.

Osaka sees 141 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Osaka the drier option by 1 rain day and 10 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Tokyo averages 65% while Osaka sits at 70%. Osaka will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.