May weather forecastKythira, Greece
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Kythira, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 20.4°C (68.7°F) and 18.6°C (65.5°F).Temperature
A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from an enjoyable 17.3°C (63.1°F) in April to an agreeable 20.4°C (68.7°F). Kythira sustains a near constant temperature throughout May, with nighttime averages of 18.6°C (65.5°F).Humidity
February through May, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Kythira, in May, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 6mm (0.24") of accumulated precipitation. In Kythira, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.1 days and collects up to 323mm (12.72") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature is 19.1°C (66.4°F).Note: For most, swimming in 19.1°C (66.4°F) is not a pleasant activity. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 6min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 20:15. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 20:39 EEST.
Sunshine
In Kythira, the average sunshine in May is 11.6h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Kythira, Greece
- Average high temperature in May: 20.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (14.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 18.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°C).
Average pressure in May
Kythira, Greece
- Average pressure in May: 1013.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Kythira, Greece
- Average wind speed in May: 19.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Kythira, Greece
- Average humidity in May: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, April and May (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).
Average rainfall in May
Kythira, Greece
- Average rainfall in May: 6mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Kythira, Greece
- Average rainfall days in May: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0.8 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Kythira, Greece
- Average sea temperature in May: 19.1°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.9°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kythira, Greece
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kythira, Greece
- Average sunshine days in May: 24.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (10.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Kythira, 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
Kythira, Greece
- Average cloud cover in May: 14
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in May
Kythira, 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).
