May weather forecastSkopelos, Greece

May

Weather in May

The month of May positions itself between spring and summer, bringing an enjoyable climate in Skopelos. During this period, temperatures navigate from mild to warm-patterns reaching 20.4°C (68.7°F) in maximum temperature. Drastic declines in rainfall mark the onset of dry summer months as the island is soaked in sunshine. Water activities gather pace with the sea temperature becoming pleasantly warmer. Skopelos’s May weather is emblematic of rising summer vibes, inviting for beach escapes, or city explorations.

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's comfortable 16.2°C (61.2°F) to a pleasant 20.4°C (68.7°F). Nighttime temperature reflects an average dip to an enjoyable 17.7°C (63.9°F) in May, subtly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

Rainfall

In Skopelos, in May, during 11.2 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.4 rainfall days, and 511mm (20.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In Skopelos, in May, the average water temperature is 17.9°C (64.2°F).
Note: Swimming in 17.9°C (64.2°F) is not pleasurable for most people. Breathing control grows increasingly challenging as the water temperature falls under 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 20:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 20:44 EEST.

Sunshine

In Skopelos, the average sunshine in May is 11.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

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

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

In Skopelos, in May, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation.

In Skopelos, snow does not fall in February through December.

In May, the average sea temperature in Skopelos is 17.9°C (64.2°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17.9°C (64.2°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

In Skopelos, the average day length in May is 14h and 20min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 20:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 20:44 EEST.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.2h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

16.2°C

20.4°C

24.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

16.4km/h

15.2km/h

14.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.8

16.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Skopelos, 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
Skopelos, 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
Skopelos, 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
Skopelos, 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
Skopelos, 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
Skopelos, 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
Skopelos, 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
Skopelos, 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
Skopelos, Greece

Average sea temperature in May: 17.9°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 (14.4°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Skopelos, 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
Skopelos, 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
Skopelos, 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
Skopelos, 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
Skopelos, 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).