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Amoudara Herakliou Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows of 16°C (61°F), May in Amoudara Herakliou brings high temperatures during the day. The perfect weather makes it an appealing time to visit.

Rainfall in Amoudara Herakliou in May

Typically around 4 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 27 mm (1.1 in) for the month. The rain this month typically falls in concentrated bursts rather than all-day showers. Expect a few heavier spells rather than constant grey skies.

Temperature in Amoudara Herakliou in May

May is one of the better months to visit Amoudara Herakliou. Expect 24°C (75°F) during the day and 16°C (61°F) at night. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. Nights drop to around 16°C (61°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Amoudara Herakliou in May

The month enjoys around 297 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Amoudara Herakliou in May

Average wind conditions reach 1 m/s (2 knots) in May. This creates generally peaceful weather with subtle air movement. Remember this is an average: some days are windless while others have noticeable or very gentle breezes.

Average water temperature in May

The water temperature is 19°C (66°F). It's not warm, but most people find it perfectly fine for a swim once they're in.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Amoudara Herakliou Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C (75°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 19°C (66°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 12%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 27 mm (1.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 4 days  
HumidityHumidity 61% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 1 m/s (2 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 297 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Heraklion (Kreta), Greece (7 KM, 4 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Amoudara Herakliou in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. Expect water temperatures of around 19°C (66°F), which is ideal for taking a refreshing dip. Bring swimwear and consider packing a towel for drying off. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Amoudara Herakliou in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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