May weather forecastIerapetra, Greece

The Kales Venetian fortress, at the entrance to the Lelapetra Harbour in GreeceThe Kales Venetian fortress, at the entrance to the Lelapetra Harbour in Greece

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Ierapetra, Greece, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.1°C (71.8°F) and 17°C (62.6°F).

Temperature

Ierapetra's May weather indicates a minor ascent in high-temperatures, adjusting from a comfortable 18.5°C (65.3°F) in April to a pleasant 22.1°C (71.8°F). In Ierapetra, May nights witness a steady temperature drop to an enjoyable 17°C (62.6°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

In Ierapetra, during May, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation. In Ierapetra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96 days and collects up to 227mm (8.94") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Ierapetra is 19.6°C (67.3°F).
Note: Swimming in water that is 19.6°C (67.3°F) is not enjoyable for most. Breathing becomes more challenging to manage as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Ierapetra, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of May in Ierapetra, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 20:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 20:25 EEST.

Sunshine

In Ierapetra, the average sunshine in May is 11.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

In Ierapetra, 22.1°C (71.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 17°C (62.6°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

The average relative humidity in May is 67%.

In Ierapetra, Greece, in May, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation.

In May, the average sea temperature in Ierapetra is 19.6°C (67.3°F). For most, swimming in 19.6°C (67.3°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

The average day length in May in Ierapetra, Greece, is 14h and 1min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 20:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 20:25 EEST.

The average sunshine duration in May in Ierapetra, Greece, is 11.5h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ierapetra, Greece

  • Average high temperature in May: 22.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 17°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°C).

Average pressure in May
Ierapetra, Greece

  • Average pressure in May: 1013.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1009.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Ierapetra, Greece

  • Average wind speed in May: 11.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Ierapetra, Greece

  • Average humidity in May: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (60%).

Average rainfall in May
Ierapetra, Greece

  • Average rainfall in May: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (40mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (2mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Ierapetra, Greece

  • Average rainfall days in May: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.9 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Ierapetra, Greece

  • Average sea temperature in May: 19.6°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 (16.7°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ierapetra, 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 30min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ierapetra, Greece

  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Ierapetra, Greece

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Ierapetra, 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
Ierapetra, 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).