May weather forecast
Mikonos, Greece

The cityscape and seascape of Mikonos City in Greece, with the view of a windmill
The cityscape and seascape of Mikonos City in Greece, with the view of a windmill

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Mikonos, Greece, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22°C (71.6°F) and 14°C (57.2°F).

Temperature

May's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a comfortable 18°C (64.4°F) in April to an agreeable 22°C (71.6°F). Mikonos records a mean low-temperature of 14°C (57.2°F) in May.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout May, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68 rainfall days, and 526mm (20.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Mikonos, the average seawater temperature in May is 18.6°C (65.5°F).
Note: For the majority, swimming in water with a temperature of 18.6°C (65.5°F) is not enjoyable. The difficulty in managing breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 20:08. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 20:33 EEST.

Sunshine

In Mikonos, the average sunshine in May is 11h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 8 during May translates into the following directions:
It is crucial to take precautions; skin and eyes can get damaged if left unprotected. 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. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?
May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 22°C (71.6°F) and a low-temperature of 14°C (57.2°F).
How many days does it rain in May?
In Mikonos, during May, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.
What is the sea temperature in May?
In May, the average sea temperature is 18.6°C (65.5°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 18.6°C (65.5°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).
What is the average length of the day in May?
In May, the average day length in Mikonos is 14h and 11min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 20:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 20:33 EEST.
How many hours of sunshine does Mikonos have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 11h.
How high is the UV index in May?
In Mikonos, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in May - Mikonos, Greece
Average temperature in May
Mikonos, Greece
  • Average high temperature in May: 22°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (27°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14°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 (7°C).

Average rainfall in May - Mikonos, Greece
Average rainfall in May
Mikonos, Greece
  • Average rainfall in May: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (102mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (3mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Mikonos, Greece
Average rainfall days in May
Mikonos, Greece
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1 days).

Average sea temperature in May - Mikonos, Greece
Average sea temperature in May
Mikonos, Greece
  • Average sea temperature in May: 18.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.9°C).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Mikonos, Greece
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mikonos, Greece
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 14h).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average UV index in May - Mikonos, Greece
Average UV index in May
Mikonos, Greece
  • Average UV index in May: 8

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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