Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's refreshing 19°C (66.2°F) to a moderately hot 23°C (73.4°F). The low-temperature average for Platanias during May stands at a moderate 15°C (59°F).Rainfall
In Platanias, in May, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 72 rainfall days, and 647mm (25.47") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Platanias, Greece, in May, the average water temperature is 19°C (66.2°F).Note: Swimming is not a pleasurable activity for most people when the water temperature is 19°C (66.2°F). Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature drops 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 the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 20:10. On the last day of May, in Platanias, Greece, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 20:33 EEST.
Sunshine
In Platanias, the average sunshine in May is 10h.UV index
In Platanias, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 9 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Always be careful, as unprotected skin and eyes might burn in no time. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Average temperature in May
Platanias, Greece
- Average high temperature in May: 23°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (29°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (14°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 15°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (21°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (8°C).
Average rainfall in May
Platanias, Greece
- Average rainfall in May: 13mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (137mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (2mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Platanias, Greece
- Average rainfall days in May: 3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (13 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Platanias, Greece
- Average sea temperature in May: 19°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Platanias, 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: 10h
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 13h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h).
Average UV index in May
Platanias, Greece
- Average UV index in May: 9
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Platanias, Greece
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