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Chania Weather in May

May in Chania brings pleasant temperatures, with highs of 22°C (72°F) and nights dropping to 17°C (63°F). With excellent weather conditions overall, it's a good time to visit.

Rainfall in Chania in May

Typically around 10 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 45 mm (1.8 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Chania in May

Chania in May is worth a visit. The temperature is excellent, with 22°C (72°F) during the day and 17°C (63°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights cool down to 17°C (63°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Chania in May

The city usually sees around 268 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances for Chania.

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Chania Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 45 mm (1.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 65% *  
SunshineSunshine 268 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Volos, Greece (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Best Places in Greece in May

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Chania in May

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in May. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Chania in May

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

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

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