Are you considering a trip to Thessaloniki in May? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +75°F and about 13 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 4 rainy days and 40 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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+75°F
Avg. max. temperature
+45°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
40 mm
Total precipitation
63%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
4 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Thessaloniki has good weather in May.
Average temperature in Thessaloniki in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Thessaloniki for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +91°F during the day to a minimum of +54°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +79°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 52% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +88°F.
Is Thessaloniki warm or cold in May?
Thessaloniki is typically warm in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +64°F to +75°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +52°F to +59°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Thessaloniki:
Climate in Thessaloniki in May
Thessaloniki weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+64°F
+75°F
+82°F
Min. temperature
+30°F
+45°F
+52°F
Max. temperature
+86°F
+93°F
+102°F
Rainfall
60 mm
40 mm
34 mm
Wind
2 m/s
1 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
66%
63%
56%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1012 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
12
13
19
Cloudy days
14
14
8
Rainy days
4
4
3
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 +64°F to +75°F during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 60 mm to 40 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 66% to 63%.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 12 to 13.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in June as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Thessaloniki in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Thessaloniki is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Thessaloniki based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 45% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 56 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 14 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:
Thessaloniki wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 23% chance of precipitation and 77 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 20 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Thessaloniki?
This is the weather in Thessaloniki in May 2023:
1 May
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+68°F
2 May
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+66°F
3 May
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+64°F
4 May
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+70°F
5 May
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+73°F
6 May
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+70°F
7 May
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+70°F
8 May
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+71°F
9 May
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+74°F
10 May
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+75°F
11 May
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+77°F
12 May
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+79°F
13 May
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+79°F
14 May
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+80°F
15 May
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+84°F
16 May
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+83°F
17 May
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+83°F
18 May
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+83°F
19 May
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+73°F
20 May
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+80°F
21 May
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+83°F
22 May
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+88°F
23 May
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+84°F
24 May
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+82°F
25 May
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+83°F
26 May
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+92°F
27 May
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+88°F
28 May
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+85°F
29 May
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+83°F
30 May
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+86°F
31 May
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+88°F
In May 2023 Thessaloniki had 28 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +79°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +64°F. The average humidity was 59%, with a maximum of 91% and a minimum of 27%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Thessaloniki climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Thessaloniki in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1991 (+71°F) and the highest in 2013 (+84°F). The driest year was 1988 with only 3 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2016 with 141 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Thessaloniki in May:
Is May a good time to visit Thessaloniki?
May is a really good time to go to Thessaloniki. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Thessaloniki.
Can you sunbathe in Thessaloniki in May?
May is warm in Thessaloniki. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Is Thessaloniki rainy in May?
Thessaloniki is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Thessaloniki in May?
The amount of sunny days in Thessaloniki during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Thessaloniki, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.
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.