Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
Karpathos records a slight change with May's average high-temperatures adjusting to a pleasant 20.5°C (68.9°F) from April's 17.7°C (63.9°F). Karpathos's May nights witness minimal differential from the daytime temperatures, with averages of 19.3°C (66.7°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
In Karpathos, in May, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Karpathos, there are 87.4 rainfall days, and 268mm (10.55") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature in Karpathos is 19.7°C (67.5°F).Note: Swimming in 19.7°C (67.5°F) is not a pleasurable activity for the majority of people. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
In Karpathos, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 19:57. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 20:20 EEST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Karpathos is 11.6h.UV index
In Karpathos, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Karpathos in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Karpathos?
How many days does it rain in May in Karpathos?
What is the sea temperature in May in Karpathos?
What is the average length of the day in May in Karpathos?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Karpathos?
How long on average sun shines in May in Karpathos?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Karpathos?
Average temperature in May
Karpathos, Greece
- Average high temperature in May: 20.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 19.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Karpathos, Greece
- Average pressure in May: 1012.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Karpathos, Greece
- Average wind speed in May: 20.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (30.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (20.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Karpathos, Greece
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Karpathos, Greece
- Average rainfall in May: 13mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (53mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Karpathos, Greece
- Average rainfall days in May: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Karpathos, Greece
- Average sea temperature in May: 19.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (16.8°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Karpathos, Greece
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Karpathos, Greece
- Average sunshine days in May: 23.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (12.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Karpathos, Greece
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
Karpathos, Greece
- Average cloud cover in May: 14
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 2).
Average visibility in May
Karpathos, Greece
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
Karpathos, Greece
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