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Visiting Kythnos, Greece in May

The weather in May is significantly warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into June. May has average maximum temperatures of 23°C (74°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright. It is a great time for sunbathing in Kythnos.

May has total rainfall of 1.1cm (0.4inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 6.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). May is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Kythnos for prolonged periods of time.

Consider visiting Kythnos in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.

Can you sunbathe in Kythnos in May?

Yes, May is a great time for sunbathing in Kythnos.

May has average maximum temperatures of 23°C (74°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright. May has total rainfall of 1.1cm (0.4inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 6.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

More about May temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Kythnos in May?

Probably not, May is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Kythnos for prolonged periods of time with the sea water at 17°C (63°F).

More about May sea temperatures.

Is May a good time to holiday in Kythnos?

Yes, May is a good time for a holiday in Kythnos.

May has average maximum temperatures of 23°C (74°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright. May has total rainfall of 1.1cm (0.4inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 6.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. It is a great time for sunbathing in Kythnos. Sea temperatures are a chilly 17°C (63°F). May is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Kythnos for prolonged periods of time.

More about the May temperatures and sunshine.

Is Kythnos warm in May?

Yes, Kythnos is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in May.

The average maximum temperature in Kythnos in May is 23°C (74°F). The average maximum temperature is 19°C (66°) in the previous month and 28°C (82°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Kythnos in May is 20°C (69°F). The average temperature is 16°C (61°F) in the previous month and 25°C (76°F) in the next month.

More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Kythnos in May?

The average day light hours per day in Kythnos in May are 14.2. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright.

More about May sunshine.

Temperature in Kythnos in May

The weather in May is significantly warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into June. The average maximum temperature in Kythnos in May is 23°C (74°F). The average maximum temperature is 19°C (66°F) in the previous month and 28°C (82°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Kythnos in May is 20°C (69°F). The average temperature is 16°C (61°F) in the previous month and 25°C (76°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Kythnos in May is 18°C (64°F). The minimum temperature is 14°C (56°F) in the previous month and 22°C (72°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Kythnos in May

The days in May are longer than the previous month and the days continue to get marginally longer into June. May has more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise quickly into June. During May the average day light hours are 14.2 per day in Kythnos. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.1hrs making the days very long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Kythnos in May is typically 9.2 during May. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Kythnos in May

The average sea water temperature in Kythnos in May is 17.2°C (63.0°F) which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Rainfall in Kythnos in May

May weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop slightly into June. May has fewer days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop into June. The average total rainfall in Kythnos in May is 1.1cm (0.4inches) and on average there are 6.7 rainy days in May making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Kythnos in May

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Kythnos in May is 14°C (58°F) which is comfortable for everyone. The dew point is 11°C (52°F) in the previous month and 17°C (17°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Kythnos in May is typically 76.6%. The maximum relative humidity is 79.1% in the previous month and 69.4% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Kythnos in May is typically 62.2%. The average relative humidity is 65.1% in the previous month and 54.7% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Kythnos in May

The average maximum wind speed in Kythnos in May is typically 24KM/H (15MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 30KM/H (19MPH) in the previous month and 25KM/H (15MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Kythnos in May is typically 14KM/H (9MPH). The average wind speed is 18KM/H (11MPH) in the previous month and 15KM/H (9MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Kythnos in May is from the North.

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