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The weather in May is much 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 11.0hrs making the days very long and bright. It is a great time for sunbathing in Santorini.
May has total rainfall of 1.1cm (0.4inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 5.2 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.
Sea temperatures are a chilly 18°C (64°F). May is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Santorini for prolonged periods of time. The sea temperature in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into June.
Consider visiting Santorini in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
Yes, May is a great time for sunbathing in Santorini.
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 11.0hrs 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 5.2 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.
Probably not, May is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Santorini for prolonged periods of time with the sea water at 18°C (64°F).
More about May sea temperatures.
Yes, May is a good time for a holiday in Santorini.
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 11.0hrs 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 5.2 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 Santorini. Sea temperatures are a chilly 18°C (64°F). May is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Santorini for prolonged periods of time.
More about the May temperatures and sunshine.
Yes, Santorini is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in May.
The average maximum temperature in Santorini in May is 23°C (74°F). The average maximum temperature is 19°C (67°) in the previous month and 28°C (82°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Santorini in May is 20°C (68°F). The average temperature is 16°C (62°F) in the previous month and 24°C (76°F) in the next month.
More info about the May temperatures and sunshine.
The average day light hours per day in Santorini in May are 14.1. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.0hrs making the days very long and bright.
More about May sunshine.
The weather in May is much warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise at a fast pace into June. The average maximum temperature in Santorini in May is 23°C (74°F). The average maximum temperature is 19°C (67°F) in the previous month and 28°C (82°F) in the next month.
The average temperature in Santorini in May is 20°C (68°F). The average temperature is 16°C (62°F) in the previous month and 24°C (76°F) in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Santorini in May is 17°C (62°F). The minimum temperature is 14°C (57°F) in the previous month and 21°C (70°F) in the next month.
The days in May are longer than the previous month and the days continue to get marginally longer into June. May has slightly 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 14.1 per day in Santorini. The sunshine percentage is 78% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.0hrs making the days very long and bright.
The ultraviolet index in Santorini in May is typically 9.4 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.
The average sea water temperature in Santorini in May is 17.7°C (63.9°F) which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. The sea temperature in May is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into June.
May weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop slightly into June. May has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop into June. The average total rainfall in Santorini in May is 1.1cm (0.4inches) and on average there are 5.2 rainy days in May making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Santorini in May is 15°C (60°F) which is comfortable for everyone. The dew point is 12°C (54°F) in the previous month and 18°C (18°F) in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Santorini in May is typically 81.9%. The maximum relative humidity is 81.9% in the previous month and 77.9% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Santorini in May is typically 65.4%. The average relative humidity is 66.9% in the previous month and 60.4% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Santorini in May is typically 28KM/H (17MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 31KM/H (19MPH) in the previous month and 30KM/H (18MPH) in the next month.
The average wind speed in Santorini in May is typically 16KM/H (10MPH). The average wind speed is 20KM/H (12MPH) in the previous month and 18KM/H (11MPH) in the next month.
The average wind direction in Santorini in May is from the North West.
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