May weather forecastNaxos, Greece
May
Weather in May
In May, Naxos enters its dry summer period, with a significant increase in temperatures making it noticeably warmer than April. The rainfall falls to a mere 6mm (0.24"), confirming the onset of the arid cycle. The bright sunlight enhances the beauty of the island's highlights, inviting more travelers to explore its treasures. Continuing the trend of the previous months, the number of sunshine hours increases, creating idyllic conditions for sunbathing and swimming in the warm Mediterranean Sea. The relatively calm sea and gentle May winds make water sports like sailing and windsurfing particularly enjoyable.Temperature
May signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a comfortable 16.9°C (62.4°F) in April to an agreeable 20.3°C (68.5°F). In Naxos, May's low temperatures hover around an enjoyable 18.8°C (65.8°F), reflecting a minor decrease from the daytime highs.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout May, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68.8 rainfall days, and 117mm (4.61") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Naxos, in May, the average water temperature is 18.6°C (65.5°F).Note: Swimming in water with a temperature of 18.6°C (65.5°F) is not a pleasurable experience for the majority. As the temperature falls below 21°C (69.8°F), it becomes increasingly hard to control one's breathing.
Daylight
In Naxos, Greece, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 20:07. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 20:32 EEST.
Sunshine
In Naxos, the average sunshine in May is 11.6h.UV index
In Naxos, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Naxos, Greece
- Average high temperature in May: 20.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 18.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°C).
Average pressure in May
Naxos, Greece
- Average pressure in May: 1012.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1017.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1009.1mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Naxos, Greece
- Average wind speed in May: 17.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (28.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (17.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Naxos, Greece
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Naxos, Greece
- Average rainfall in May: 6mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (22mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Naxos, Greece
- Average rainfall days in May: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.5 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Naxos, Greece
- Average sea temperature in May: 18.6°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.9°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Naxos, Greece
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 36min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Naxos, Greece
- Average sunshine days in May: 24.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (16.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Naxos, 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
Naxos, Greece
- Average cloud cover in May: 15
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in May
Naxos, 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).
