May weather forecastSkiathos, Greece

The stunning old town of Skiathos on Skiathos Island, GreeceThe stunning old town of Skiathos on Skiathos Island, Greece

May

Weather in May

The month of May in Skiathos marks the advent of summer with temperature highs soaring to an average of 20.4°C (68.7°F). The warm climate dominates as spring recedes, making way for sunny days and clear skies. Tourists flock to the city to relish the pristine beaches and enjoy aquatic activities in the refreshing sea. May carries the promise of golden beaches, scintillating sunshine and vibrant summer vibes.

Temperature

Skiathos's May weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from April's refreshing 16.2°C (61.2°F) to a pleasant 20.4°C (68.7°F). During May, the nighttime temperatures in Skiathos align closely with the daytime averages, measuring a refreshing 17.7°C (63.9°F).

Humidity

In Skiathos, the average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In May, in Skiathos, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout May, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated. In Skiathos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.4 days and collects up to 511mm (20.12") of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Skiathos, Greece.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Skiathos is 18.1°C (64.6°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 18.1°C (64.6°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).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Skiathos is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 20:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 20:45 EEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 11.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Skiathos, is 20.4°C (68.7°F) and the average low-temperature is 17.7°C (63.9°F).

In May, the average relative humidity in Skiathos, Greece, is 69%.

In May, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout May, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Skiathos, Greece, snow does not fall in February through December.

In Skiathos, the average seawater temperature in May is 18.1°C (64.6°F). Swimming in 18.1°C (64.6°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

The average day length in May in Skiathos, Greece, is 14h and 20min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 20:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 20:45 EEST.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Skiathos is 11.2h.

In Skiathos, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average wind speed
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Average sea temperature
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Skiathos, Greece

  • Average high temperature in May: 20.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 17.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Skiathos, Greece

  • Average pressure in May: 1013.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Skiathos, Greece

  • Average wind speed in May: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (20.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Skiathos, Greece

  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and November (71%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Skiathos, Greece

  • Average rainfall in May: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (17mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Skiathos, Greece

  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Skiathos, Greece

  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Skiathos, Greece

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Skiathos, Greece

  • Average sea temperature in May: 18.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (14.2°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Skiathos, Greece

  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Skiathos, Greece

  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Skiathos, Greece

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Skiathos, Greece

  • Average cloud cover in May: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Skiathos, 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).