Thrace Weather in May

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

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Alexandroupoli Therma Xanthi Kamariotissa

Considering a trip to Thrace, 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 Thrace in May

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Kamariotissa at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Orestiada at 26°C (79°F). At night it cools down to 13°C (55°F) in Orestiada and 17°C (63°F) in Kamariotissa.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Makrilies with an average of 27 mm (1.1 in) to high rainfall in Kariófiton with 103 mm (4.1 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Thrace 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 Thrace

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

Temperature range in Thrace (May)

Precipitation variation in Thrace (May)

Alexandroupoli

In May Alexandroupoli generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate 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
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Alexandroupoli →

Therma

In May Therma generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°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
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
236 hours
305 hours
335 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Therma →

Xanthi

In May Xanthi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Xanthi →

Kamariotissa

In May Kamariotissa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°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
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
236 hours
305 hours
335 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kamariotissa →

Komotini

In May Komotini generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate 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
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
50 mm (2 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Komotini →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Alexandroupoli 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Therma 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Xanthi 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Kamariotissa 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Komotini 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Palaiopoli 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)

Thrace weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Thrace, Greece brings perfect weather. In Alexandroupoli, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

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

Alexandroupoli averages a daytime maximum of 23°C (73°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 15°C (59°F).

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

May is on the drier side in Thrace, Greece. Alexandroupoli averages only about 46 mm (1.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Thrace, Greece?

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

Generally speaking, May, June, September and October provide perfect weather in Alexandroupoli. On the other hand, the weather in January and December tend to be poor.

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