Archanes weather in May (Crete, Greece)

Looking to travel to Archanes in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Archanes the weather in May is generally perfect, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 26°C, while night temperatures can drop to 15°C.

Archanes in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 31 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 4 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 297 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Archanes. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Archanes climate page with graphs.

 

Archanes, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 26°C  

Water Temperature 19°C *  

Chance of Rain 12%  

Precipitation 31 mm  

Rainy days 4 days  

Humidity 61% *  

Windspeed 4 km/h *  

Sunshine 297 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Heraklion (Kreta), Greece (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in Greece in May

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

So, what should you wear in Archanes in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 19°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

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