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Attica Weather in May

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

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Athens Hydra Agia Marina Spétses

Planning a getaway to Attica, Greece this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Attica in May

Attica, Greece is a region in Greece. May in Attica generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Kapsálion at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Rafína at 28°C (82°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Rafína and 18°C (64°F) in Kapsálion.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Attica, Greece, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Hydra with an average of 13 mm (0.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Áyioi Apóstoloi with 32 mm (1.3 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Athens sees close to 291 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Attica in May

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

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).

Popular Destinations in Attica

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Attica, Greece?

Temperature range in Attica (May)

Precipitation variation in Attica (May)

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 perfect 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
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Athens →

Hydra

In May Hydra generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
291 hours
336 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
4 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Hydra →

Agia Marina

In May Agia Marina generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
291 hours
336 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Agia Marina →

Spétses

In May Spétses generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
5.7 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Spétses →

Piraeus

In May Piraeus 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 perfect 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)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
291 hours
336 hours
Monthly rainfall
29 mm (1.1 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Piraeus →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Attica, in Greece.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Athens 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Hydra 22°C (72°F) 18°C (64°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Agia Marina 23°C (73°F) 18°C (64°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Spétses 22°C (72°F) 18°C (64°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Piraeus 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Poros 23°C (73°F) 18°C (64°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)

Attica weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Attica, Greece in May?

Attica, Greece typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Athens average around 26°C (79°F), and temperatures drop to about 16°C (61°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Attica, Greece in May?

Average temperatures in Attica, Greece during May range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 26°C (79°F) in Athens.

Does Attica, Greece get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Athens averages just 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Attica, Greece.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Attica, Greece?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Attica, Greece with overall perfect weather in Athens.

On average, the best time to visit Attica, Greece is in April, May, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Athens. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, July, August and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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