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Zakinthos Island in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Zakinthos Island in May will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Zakinthos Island, based on historical data.
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May

Weather in Zakinthos Island in May 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Zakinthos Island in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +70°F and approximately 14 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 7 rainy days and 18 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • May is usually the wettest month of the year in Zakinthos Island;

Average weather

☀️
+70°F
Avg. max. temperature
+46°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
18 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
14 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Zakinthos Island has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Zakinthos Island in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Zakinthos Island for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +73°F during the day to a minimum of +59°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +68°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 75% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +63°F to +73°F.

Is Zakinthos Island warm or cold in May?

Zakinthos Island is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +63°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 Zakinthos Island:

Climate in Zakinthos Island in May

Zakinthos Island weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+63°F+70°F+77°F
Min. temperature
+41°F+46°F+52°F
Max. temperature
+86°F+95°F+99°F
Rainfall
42 mm18 mm8 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
76%76%74%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
101422
Cloudy days
10105
Rainy days
1073
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +63°F to +70°F during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 42 mm to 18 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 76%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 10 to 14.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in June as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Zakinthos Island in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Zakinthos Island is gradually decreasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Zakinthos Island based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 54 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 11 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:
Zakinthos Island wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 50% chance of precipitation and 174 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Zakinthos Island?

This is the weather in Zakinthos Island in May 2023:
1 May
🌧️
+62°F
2 May
🌧️
+65°F
3 May
🌧️
+64°F
4 May
☁️
+65°F
5 May
☁️
+65°F
6 May
☀️
+65°F
7 May
☀️
+67°F
8 May
☁️
+66°F
9 May
☁️
+68°F
10 May
☁️
+66°F
11 May
☁️
+65°F
12 May
☀️
+65°F
13 May
☁️
+64°F
14 May
☁️
+70°F
15 May
☁️
+73°F
16 May
🌧️
+68°F
17 May
☀️
+66°F
18 May
☀️
+66°F
19 May
☀️
+68°F
20 May
☁️
+72°F
21 May
☁️
+69°F
22 May
☁️
+67°F
23 May
☀️
+69°F
24 May
☀️
+69°F
25 May
☀️
+68°F
26 May
☀️
+71°F
27 May
☀️
+71°F
28 May
☀️
+72°F
29 May
☀️
+71°F
30 May
☀️
+71°F
31 May
☀️
+73°F
In May 2023 Zakinthos Island had 15 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +73°F and a minimum of +63°F. The average humidity was 85%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 58%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Zakinthos Island climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Zakinthos Island in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1991 (+66°F) and the highest in 2022 (+74°F). The driest year was 1989 with only 376 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 1404 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Zakinthos Island in May:

Is May a good time to visit Zakinthos Island?

May is a really good time to go to Zakinthos Island. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Zakinthos Island.

Can you sunbathe in Zakinthos Island in May?

May has mild temperatures in Zakinthos Island. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Zakinthos Island rainy in May?

Zakinthos Island is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Zakinthos Island in May?

The amount of sunny days in Zakinthos Island during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

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Monthly weather in Zakinthos Island

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Zakinthos Island, 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.