Thessalia Weather in May

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

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

What to Expect in Thessalia in May

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

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Stafylos at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Larissa at 27°C (81°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Larissa and 18°C (64°F) in Stafylos.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kalamakia with an average of 34 mm (1.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Neraïdochóri with 82 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Kalambaka typically receives 266 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Thessalia by month

Best Places to Visit in Thessalia in May

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

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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 Thessalia

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

Temperature range in Thessalia (May)

Precipitation variation in Thessalia (May)

Kalambaka

In May Kalambaka generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
266 hours
307 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Skiathos Town

In May Skiathos Town generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
268 hours
310 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Skopelos Town

In May Skopelos Town generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
268 hours
310 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Patitírion

In May Patitírion generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Portariá

In May Portariá generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

May
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
268 hours
310 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
6 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kalambaka 25°C (77°F) 14°C (57°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Skiathos Town 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Skopelos Town 21°C (70°F) 18°C (64°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Patitírion 21°C (70°F) 18°C (64°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Portariá 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Tsagarada 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)

Thessalia weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Thessalia, Greece in May. The popular destination of Kalambaka averages 25°C (77°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Thessalia, Greece during May range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 25°C (77°F) in Kalambaka.

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

Not particularly. Kalambaka averages just 77 mm (3 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Thessalia, Greece.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Thessalia, Greece?

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

On average, the best time to visit Thessalia, Greece is in April, May, September and October with generally perfect weather in Kalambaka. In contrast, January tends to have poor weather conditions.

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