May weather forecast
Chaniotis, Greece

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Weather in May

May in Chaniotis brings a taste of summer. It comes with warmer days where the temperature reaches up to 23°C (73.4°F) and a marginal amount of rain. Rainfall continues its downward trend with just 40mm (1.57") over 8 days. The amount of sunshine and daylight increases, heralding the peak tourist season. Relative to weather conditions in April, the overall atmosphere is much warmer and sunnier.

Temperature

May brings a temperature change, with average high-temperatures moving from April's enjoyable 18°C (64.4°F) to a moderately hot 23°C (73.4°F). Chaniotis experiences an average nighttime temperature of 12°C (53.6°F) in the month of May.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout May, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 84 rainfall days, and 601mm (23.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Chaniotis is 17.9°C (64.2°F).
Note: Swimming in 17.9°C (64.2°F) is not pleasurable for most people. Breathing control grows increasingly challenging as the water temperature falls under 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Chaniotis is 14h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 20:20. On the last day of May, in Chaniotis, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 20:47 EEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Chaniotis is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 8 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Always use protective measures; unprotected skin might suffer damage in a short span. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Chaniotis?

In Chaniotis, 23°C (73.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 12°C (53.6°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

How much does it rain in Chaniotis in May?

In Chaniotis, Greece, in May, during 8 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in May in Chaniotis?

In Chaniotis, in May, the average water temperature is 17.9°C (64.2°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17.9°C (64.2°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in May in Chaniotis?

In Chaniotis, Greece, the average day length in May is 14h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Chaniotis?

On the first day of May in Chaniotis, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 20:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 20:47 EEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chaniotis have in May?

In Chaniotis, Greece, the average sunshine duration in May is 9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Chaniotis?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Chaniotis is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Chaniotis, Greece

Average temperature in May - Chaniotis, Greece
  • Average high temperature in May: 23°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 12°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2°C).

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Average rainfall in May
Chaniotis, Greece

Average rainfall in May - Chaniotis, Greece
  • Average rainfall in May: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (87mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (25mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Chaniotis, Greece

Average rainfall days in May - Chaniotis, Greece
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, February, November and December (9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July, August and September (4 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Chaniotis, Greece

Average sea temperature in May - Chaniotis, Greece
  • Average sea temperature in May: 17.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (13.9°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chaniotis, Greece

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chaniotis, Greece
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 4h).

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Average UV index in May
Chaniotis, Greece

Average UV index in May - Chaniotis, Greece
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Chaniotis, Greece

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