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Athens in May
Athens weather in May - Greece
😊Warm & Pleasant

Athens Weather in May

Plan your May trip to Athens, Greece. Based on 30 years of NASA data, expect temperatures of 26°C (high) to 16°C (low), with 11% rain probability and 8 hours of daily sunshine. The Aegean Sea averages 19°C in May. Great conditions with only 0 rainy days expected.

Avg High
26°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low
16°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days
0days

11% avg rain chance

Sunshine
8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in May

Aegean Sea(Αιγαίο Πέλαγος)

19.4°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel
🏊Pleasant

Comfortable for most swimmers

Swim Rating
👍Good for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water
Aegean Sea

Αιγαίο Πέλαγος

Athens coastline

Athens May Weather Calendar

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Currency

EUR

Euro

Language

Greek

Driving

Right side

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As of Sept 2021, Athens has 5G from Cosm...

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.838

Travel Intelligence

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Major Hub
92/ 100
Traffic Index

Extremely busy airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

0

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

Jan

Monthly Traffic Distribution

261
Jan
312
Feb
327
Mar
404
Apr
433
May
767
Jun
788
Jul
838
Aug
798
Sep
457
Oct
516
Nov
535
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

Key Connections

Thessaloniki Macedonia (SKG)
Larnarca Larnaca (LCA)
Tel Aviv Yafo Ben Gurion (TLV)
Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis (HER)
London Heathrow (LHR)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 Recommendations
COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Greece. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Greece.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Greece.If rabies exposures occur while in Greece, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Athens?

👍Great time to visit - recommended
Short Answer

Ideal May conditions in Athens: 26°C comfortable highs, just 11% chance of rain. The 57% humidity feels pleasant, making this prime sightseeing season.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Seismically active region

18 earthquakes recorded in this month (30-year data)

Ideal temperature range

25.5°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Excellent dry conditions

Only 11% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever, Leishmaniasis

Comfortable humidity levels

57% humidity - pleasant conditions

Good For

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    Families with children

    Comfortable 25.5°C temperatures and low 11% rain risk

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    Elderly travelers

    Comfortable 25.5°C temperature range with manageable humidity

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    Outdoor enthusiasts

    Ideal hiking conditions: 25.5°C, 11% rain chance

  • 📸
    Photographers

    12.2h sunshine, 66% clear skies for golden hour shots

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    Cultural tourists

    Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites

Who Should Avoid

Suitable for most traveler types

930 observations30-year historical data
Confidence: 99%

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Athens in May averages 26°C with 11% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Athens in May

What are the temperatures in Athens in May?

Daytime highs average 26°C, nights drop to 16°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Athens in May?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Athens in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Athens?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.