Lesbos Weather in May

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

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Mythimna Petra Anaxos Plomari

Considering a trip to Lesbos, 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 Lesbos in May

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Sígrion at 22°C (72°F) to warm in Nees Kidonies at 24°C (75°F). At night it cools down to 16°C (61°F) in Nees Kidonies and 17°C (63°F) in Sígrion.

For a closer look at conditions across Lesbos, Greece, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Sígrion with an average of 20 mm (0.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Skala Mistegnon with 34 mm (1.3 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Lesbos in May

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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 Lesbos

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

Temperature range in Lesbos (May)

Precipitation variation in Lesbos (May)

Mythimna

In May Mythimna generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mythimna →

Petra

In May Petra generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Petra →

Anaxos

In May Anaxos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°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
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Anaxos →

Plomari

In May Plomari generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
25 mm (1 in)
9 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Plomari →

Skala Kallonis

In May Skala Kallonis generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°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
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Skala Kallonis →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mythimna 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Petra 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Anaxos 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Plomari 22°C (72°F) 17°C (63°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Skala Kallonis 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Eresos 22°C (72°F) 17°C (63°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)

Lesbos weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Lesbos, Greece brings perfect weather. In Mythimna, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 16°C (61°F).

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

Mythimna averages a daytime maximum of 23°C (73°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 16°C (61°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Lesbos, Greece during May, with Mythimna averaging close to 28 mm (1.1 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Lesbos, Greece?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Lesbos, Greece. Typically, the climate in Mythimna is perfect.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, September and October provide perfect weather in Mythimna. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be unpleasant.

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