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Greece weather in May

Long-run climate averages for Greece in May, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

May at a glance

In May, Greece averages 24°C by day and 15°C at night. The wettest month is usually December.

May in Greece averages a daytime high of 24°C and an overnight low of 15°C, which reads as warm for this part of the world. Across the whole year Greece sees roughly 522 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like - for that, see the live Greece forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Greece weather by month

what to expect in Greece through the year

Here is Greece's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Greece by season.

Jan
14°
Cool
Feb
14°
Cool
Mar
17°
Mild
Apr
21°
12°
Mild
May
24°
15°
Warm
Jun
31°
21°
Hot
Jul
36°
25°
Hot
Aug
34°
24°
Hot
Sep
29°
20°
Hot
Oct
25°
16°
Warm
Nov
19°
11°
Mild
Dec
15°
Mild
Wettest

Common questions

How warm is Greece in May?
Greece averages a daytime high of 24°C in May, with overnight lows around 15°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast - for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is May a good time to visit Greece?
The most comfortable time to visit Greece is usually May, June, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 24-33°C range and the heaviest December rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Greece in May?
The wettest month in Greece is usually December. Across the year the city sees roughly 522 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages from ERA5 reanalysis. Model accuracy re-scored over a rolling 30 days. Page updated .

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