Planning a trip to Kavala in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +70°F and approximately 8 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 12 rainy days and 46 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+70°F
Avg. max. temperature
+48°F
Min.
+90°F
Max.
46 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kavala has good weather in May.
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Average temperature in Kavala in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kavala for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +75°F during the day to a minimum of +52°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +68°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 38% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +66°F to +75°F.
Is Kavala warm or cold in May?
Kavala is typically mild in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +61°F to +70°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +52°F to +59°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Kavala:
Water temperature in Kavala in May
Water in Kavala in May is Fresh. It varies from +59°F to +69°F, with an average of +64°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +70°F.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Kavala are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +79°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +55°F.
Can you swim in Kavala in May?
Water temperature (+64°F) in Kavala in May might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Kavala in May
Kavala weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+61°F
+70°F
+77°F
Min. temperature
+28°F
+48°F
+54°F
Max. temperature
+88°F
+90°F
+102°F
Rainfall
55 mm
46 mm
48 mm
Wind
2 m/s
1 m/s
1 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+56°F
+64°F
+73°F
Humidity
74%
72%
70%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1012 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
7
8
12
Cloudy days
9
8
5
Rainy days
13
12
10
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as good as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +61°F to +70°F during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 55 mm to 46 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 74% to 72%.Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 2 m/s to 1 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 7 to 8.
June brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Kavala in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Kavala is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Kavala based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 65% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 76 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 mm, which is considered light rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 20 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Kavala wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 39% chance of precipitation and 99 mm of rainfall per day. August, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 23% chance of precipitation and 28 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Kavala?
This is the weather in Kavala in May 2023:
1 May
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+66°F
2 May
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+69°F
3 May
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+62°F
4 May
🌧️
+64°F
5 May
☁️
+69°F
6 May
☁️
+71°F
7 May
☁️
+69°F
8 May
☀️
+68°F
9 May
🌧️
+62°F
10 May
☁️
+62°F
11 May
☁️
+62°F
12 May
☀️
+62°F
13 May
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+63°F
14 May
🌧️
+64°F
15 May
☁️
+68°F
16 May
☁️
+71°F
17 May
🌧️
+68°F
18 May
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+66°F
19 May
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+74°F
20 May
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+74°F
21 May
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+69°F
22 May
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+72°F
23 May
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+72°F
24 May
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+72°F
25 May
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+72°F
26 May
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+74°F
27 May
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+76°F
28 May
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+72°F
29 May
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+74°F
30 May
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+72°F
31 May
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+75°F
In May 2023 Kavala had 11 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +61°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 51%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Kavala climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Kavala in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+62°F) and the highest in 2013 (+71°F). The driest year was 2008 with only 347 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1223 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kavala in May:
Is May a good time to visit Kavala?
May is a really good time to go to Kavala. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Kavala.
Can you sunbathe in Kavala in May?
May has mild temperatures in Kavala. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Kavala in May?
In general, you can swim in Kavala in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +64°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Kavala rainy in May?
Kavala is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Kavala in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kavala in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kavala, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.