May weather forecast
Korčula, Croatia

In May, temperatures warm up impressively, marking a definitive arrival of summer; average temperatures ascend towards 22°C (71.6°F). Broad daylight of nearly 15 hours coupled with an abundant 8 hours of sunshine opens up possibilities for various activities. Coastal walks and beach activities become more frequent as sea temperatures elevate. The city vegetation bursts into a verdant scene, owing to the decreased rainfall through the month. Being a month of notable thermal transition, May stands as both climatically pleasant and visually appealing.

Temperature

Korčula's May weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's enjoyable 17°C (62.6°F) to an agreeable 22°C (71.6°F). Korčula, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a moderate 13°C (55.4°F).

Rainfall

In Korčula, Croatia, in May, during 10 rainfall days, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Korčula, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131 days and collects up to 1036mm (40.79") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Korčula, Croatia, in May, the average water temperature is 18.6°C (65.5°F).
Note: Most people do not find pleasure in swimming when the water temperature is 18.6°C (65.5°F). Breathing becomes increasingly difficult to manage as the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Korčula is 14h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 19:52. On the last day of May, in Korčula, Croatia, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 20:23 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Korčula is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.