For those searching for an ideal May holiday with excellent weather, Paros is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +70°F. Expect about 19 sunny days, making it the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine. It's worth noting that there may be some rainfall, with an average of 9 mm of precipitation over 4 rainy days. So, take your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it looks like amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
May is usually the wettest month of the year in Paros;
Average weather
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+70°F
Avg. max. temperature
+52°F
Min.
+90°F
Max.
9 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
19 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
4 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Paros has great weather in May.
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Average temperature in Paros in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Paros for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in May is +66°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +70°F during the day and a minimum of +59°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +66°F to +68°F.
Is Paros warm or cold in May?
Paros is typically mild in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +64°F to +70°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +57°F to +63°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 Paros:
Water temperature in Paros in May
Water in Paros in May is Fresh. It varies from +62°F to +69°F, with an average of +65°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 Paros are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +77°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +61°F.
Can you swim in Paros in May?
Water temperature (+65°F) in Paros 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
👙
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 Paros in May
Paros weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+64°F
+70°F
+77°F
Min. temperature
+45°F
+52°F
+59°F
Max. temperature
+81°F
+90°F
+100°F
Rainfall
17 mm
9 mm
2 mm
Wind
5 m/s
5 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+62°F
+65°F
+72°F
Humidity
72%
74%
72%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1012 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
13
19
26
Cloudy days
10
8
2
Rainy days
7
4
1
Snowy days
0
0
0
May often has better weather than April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +64°F to +70°F during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 17 mm to 9 mm.Humidity rises from 72% to 74%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 5 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 13 to 19.
June brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Paros in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Paros 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 Paros based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in May stands at 16%, leading to total precipitation of around 12 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 4 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 5 rainy days during May, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Paros wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 72 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Paros?
This is the weather in Paros in May 2023:
1 May
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+67°F
2 May
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+67°F
3 May
☁️
+68°F
4 May
☁️
+67°F
5 May
☁️
+66°F
6 May
☀️
+65°F
7 May
☀️
+68°F
8 May
☀️
+70°F
9 May
☁️
+68°F
10 May
☀️
+66°F
11 May
☁️
+61°F
12 May
☀️
+61°F
13 May
☀️
+62°F
14 May
☀️
+63°F
15 May
☁️
+66°F
16 May
☁️
+67°F
17 May
☀️
+66°F
18 May
☀️
+66°F
19 May
☀️
+66°F
20 May
☀️
+66°F
21 May
🌧️
+65°F
22 May
☀️
+65°F
23 May
☀️
+66°F
24 May
☀️
+67°F
25 May
☀️
+68°F
26 May
☀️
+67°F
27 May
☀️
+68°F
28 May
☀️
+67°F
29 May
☁️
+67°F
30 May
☀️
+67°F
31 May
☁️
+69°F
In May 2023 Paros had 20 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +66°F, with an absolute maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +61°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 74%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Paros climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Paros in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+64°F) and the highest in 2010 (+73°F). The driest year was 1989 with only 176 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 939 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Paros in May:
Is May a good time to visit Paros?
Yes, May is a great time to go to Paros, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Paros.
Can you sunbathe in Paros in May?
May has mild temperatures in Paros. 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 Paros in May?
In general, you can swim in Paros in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +65°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Paros rainy in May?
Paros is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Paros in May?
The amount of sunny days in Paros during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Paros, 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.
