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
May signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's enjoyable 18.8°C (65.8°F) to an agreeable 22.9°C (73.2°F). An average nighttime temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°F) is observed in Chania during May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Chania is 65%.Rainfall
In Chania, during May, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 119.3 rainfall days, and 509mm (20.04") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature is 19.1°C (66.4°F).Note: Swimming is not an enjoyable activity for the majority when the water is at 19.1°C (66.4°F). The difficulty of controlling breathing increases as the temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 2min.On the first day of May in Chania, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 20:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 20:33 EEST.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 11.3h.UV index
In Chania, Greece, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average UV index of 6 in May transforms into this advice:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in May in Chania?
What is the average humidity in May in Chania?
How many days does it rain in May in Chania?
What is the sea temperature in May in Chania?
How many hours of daylight does Chania have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Chania?
How long on average sun shines in May in Chania?
What is the UV index reading in May in Chania?
Average temperature in May
Chania, Greece
- Average high temperature in May: 22.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 15.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Chania, Greece
- Average pressure in May: 1013.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1010.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Chania, Greece
- Average wind speed in May: 12.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.9km/h).
Average humidity in May
Chania, Greece
- Average humidity in May: 65%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).
Average rainfall in May
Chania, Greece
- Average rainfall in May: 18mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (91mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Chania, Greece
- Average rainfall days in May: 8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.7 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Chania, Greece
- Average sea temperature in May: 19.1°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.9°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chania, 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 2min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Chania, Greece
- Average sunshine days in May: 21.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Chania, Greece
- Average UV index in May: 6
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Chania, Greece
- Average cloud cover in May: 16
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in May
Chania, 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).
Chania, Greece
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