May verdict

Greek Islands, Greece in May

Weather score68Good

Good for holiday weather

Average highs are around 23°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 11h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month. Rainfall averages 22mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

May weather

Monthly averages

Temp

23°C

Rain

22mm

Sun

11h

Sea

18°C

Weather score

68

Good

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Trip feel

Mild

Average highs are around 23°C, so days are mild rather than hot.

Drier

Rainfall averages 22mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

Bright

Sunshine averages 11h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.

Cool sea

Sea temperatures average 18°C, so the water can feel cool.

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Temperature

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May23°C average high

May is close to Greek Islands' yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.

Warmest monthsJune to September

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

May22mm average rain

May sits on the drier side of Greek Islands' year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.

Driest monthsApril to October

This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.

May11 hours average sun

May sits close to Greek Islands' yearly sunshine average, so it is a middle-of-the-pack month for bright days.

Brightest monthsJune to August

This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.

Sea temperature

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May18°C average sea

May is below Greek Islands' yearly sea-temperature average, so swimming can feel fresher.

Warmest seaJuly to September

Sea temperatures are usually near 23°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.

Weather score

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May68 weather score

May sits close to Greek Islands' yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.

Best weather monthsJune to September

These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.

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