Weather in May
Temperature
With the onset of May, Sitia's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from April's comfortable 19°C (66.2°F) to a moderately hot 23°C (73.4°F). Throughout the month of May, Sitia reports a steady low-temperature average of 15°C (59°F).Rainfall
In Sitia, in May, during 3 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sitia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 68 days and collects up to 616mm (24.25") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Sitia, the average seawater temperature in May is 19.6°C (67.3°F).Note: A surface water temperature of 19.6°C (67.3°F) does not provide an enjoyable swimming experience for most. Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 21°C (69.8°F).
Daylight
In Sitia, Greece, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 20:01. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 20:24 EEST.
Sunshine
In Sitia, the average sunshine in May is 10h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 9. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 9 during May leads to these advisories:
Take important precautions because unprotected skin can burn and be harmed swiftly. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Average temperature in May
Sitia, Greece
- Average high temperature in May: 23°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (28°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (15°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 (9°C).
Average rainfall in May
Sitia, Greece
- Average rainfall in May: 15mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (130mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Sitia, Greece
- Average rainfall days in May: 3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (12 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July, August and September (1 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Sitia, 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 months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (16.8°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sitia, 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
Sitia, 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).
Sitia, Greece
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