May weather forecast
Skopelos, Greece

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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 in Skopelos signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a comfortable 16.2°C (61.2°F) in April to a pleasant 20.4°C (68.7°F). Skopelos records a slight downturn to an average a comfortable 17.7°C (63.9°F) during the nights of May.

Humidity

In Skopelos, Greece, 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. In Skopelos, 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.

Sea temperature

In Skopelos, Greece, in May, the average water temperature is 17.9°C (64.2°F).
Note: Most people do not take pleasure in swimming in water at 17.9°C (64.2°F). The difficulty of managing breathing increases as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May 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

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Skopelos in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Skopelos, records 20.4°C (68.7°F), while the low-temperature is 17.7°C (63.9°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Skopelos?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Skopelos?

In Skopelos, Greece, in May, during 11.2 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Skopelos?

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

What is the sea temperature in May in Skopelos?

In Skopelos, Greece, in May, the average water temperature is 17.9°C (64.2°F). For most, swimming in 17.9°C (64.2°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).

How many hours of daylight does Skopelos have in May?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Skopelos?

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, in Skopelos, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 20:44 EEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Skopelos have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Skopelos?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Skopelos, Greece, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Skopelos, Greece

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).

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Average pressure in May
Skopelos, Greece

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).

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Average wind speed in May
Skopelos, Greece

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).

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Average humidity in May
Skopelos, Greece

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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Skopelos, Greece

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).

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Average rainfall days in May
Skopelos, Greece

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).

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Average snowfall in May
Skopelos, Greece

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).

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Average snowfall days in May
Skopelos, Greece

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).

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Average sea temperature in May
Skopelos, Greece

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).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Skopelos, Greece
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in May
Skopelos, Greece

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).

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Average UV index in May
Skopelos, Greece

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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Skopelos, Greece

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).

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Average visibility in May
Skopelos, Greece

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).

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