Kos Weather in May

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

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Kos Town Kéfalos Kardámaina Tigaki

Planning a trip to Kos, Greece this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Kos in May

Kos, Greece is a region in Greece. May in Kos generally has pleasant temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Kos Town.

For specific regional insights in Kos, Greece, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Kéfalos with an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) to low rainfall in Ágios Fokás with 16 mm (0.6 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Kos Town enjoys approximately 286 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Kos by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kos - and find the best time to visit. (based on Kos Town)

January16°C (61°F) February15°C (59°F) March17°C (63°F) April18°C (64°F) May21°C (70°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August28°C (82°F) September26°C (79°F) October23°C (73°F) November20°C (68°F) December17°C (63°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Kos in May

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

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 Kos

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

Temperature range in Kos (May)

Precipitation variation in Kos (May)

Kos Town

In May Kos Town 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)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
286 hours
319 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
2.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kos Town →

Kéfalos

In May Kéfalos generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°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)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
286 hours
319 hours
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
1.3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kéfalos →

Kardámaina

In May Kardámaina 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)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
286 hours
319 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Kardámaina →

Tigaki

In May Tigaki 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)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
286 hours
319 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Tigaki →

Mastichari

In May Mastichari 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)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
286 hours
319 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Mastichari →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kos Town 21°C (70°F) 18°C (64°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Kéfalos 21°C (70°F) 19°C (66°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Kardámaina 21°C (70°F) 18°C (64°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Tigaki 21°C (70°F) 18°C (64°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Mastichari 21°C (70°F) 18°C (64°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Marmari 21°C (70°F) 18°C (64°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)

Kos weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Kos, Greece typically experiences excellent weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kos Town average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 18°C (64°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Kos, Greece during May range from a nighttime low near 18°C (64°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Kos Town.

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

May is on the drier side in Kos, Greece. Kos Town averages only about 16 mm (0.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Kos, Greece?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Kos, Greece with overall excellent weather in Kos Town. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide excellent weather in Kos Town. The weather in December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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