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Lygaria Weather in May

Lygaria in May averages 23°C (73°F) during the day and 17°C (63°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in Lygaria in May

Typically around 4 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 25 mm (1 in) for the month. The occasional light shower is possible, but rain is rarely an issue this month.

Temperature in Lygaria in May

May in Lygaria is generally perfect, with days reaching 23°C (73°F) and nights settling around 17°C (63°F). This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. 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 Lygaria in May

With approximately 297 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Wind Speed in Lygaria in May

Wind speeds average 1 m/s (2 knots) during May. At this speed, you'll experience mostly light air movement that's just barely noticeable. As an average, some days will be completely calm while others have gentle breezes you can feel on your skin.

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.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best weather for Lygaria.

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Lygaria Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 19°C (66°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 12%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 25 mm (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 (15 KM, 9 Miles).

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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 Lygaria 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. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. With water temperatures around 19°C (66°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Lygaria 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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