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Greece Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Greece in May.

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Athens Fira Chania Town Mýkonos City

Considering a trip to Greece this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Greece in May

May in Greece generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Psarádes at 19°C (66°F) to warm in Loútsa at 28°C (82°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Loútsa and 8°C (46°F) in Psarádes.

To explore the conditions in Greece in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Káto Zákros with an average of 6.9 mm (0.3 in) to high rainfall in Volakas with 110 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Kalambaka enjoys about 266 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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January14°C (57°F) February15°C (59°F) March17°C (63°F) April21°C (70°F) May26°C (79°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August33°C (91°F) September29°C (84°F) October25°C (77°F) November20°C (68°F) December15°C (59°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Greece in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Greece.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

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Temperature range in Greece (May)

Precipitation variation in Greece (May)

Kalambaka

In May Kalambaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
266 hours
307 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
7 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
good
Climate in Kalambaka →

Athens

In May Athens generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
26°C (79°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
291 hours
336 hours
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
9.4 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Athens →

Chania Town

In May Chania Town generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
305 hours
343 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
26 mm (1 in)
5.9 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
a single day
Weather conditions
good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Chania Town →

Hersonissos

In May Hersonissos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
297 hours
355 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
25 mm (1 in)
9.5 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
2 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Hersonissos →

Mýkonos City

In May Mýkonos City generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
9.6 mm (0.4 in)
1.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Mýkonos City →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Greece in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Athens 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Fira 21°C (70°F) 18°C (64°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Chania Town 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Mýkonos City 21°C (70°F) 18°C (64°F) 9.6 mm (0.4 in)
Heraklion (Kreta) 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Rhodes 22°C (72°F) 19°C (66°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)

Greece weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Greece in May?

In May, Greece generally has excellent weather conditions. Kalambaka sees daytime temperatures near 25°C (77°F), with nights cooling to roughly 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Greece in May?

Kalambaka averages a daytime maximum of 25°C (77°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 14°C (57°F).

Does Greece get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Greece. Kalambaka averages only about 77 mm (3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Greece?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Greece. Typically, the climate in Kalambaka is excellent. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, April, May, September and October provide excellent weather in Kalambaka. The weather in January, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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