What is the weather like in Crete in May?

Expect temperatures between 9°C and 17°C with 14% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Crete in May?

Crete in May scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Solid choice for most travelers.

Who should visit Crete in May?

May in Crete is ideal for: Families with children, Outdoor enthusiasts, Photographers, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples.

Crete Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

17°C

Hottest around day 21

Avg Low

9°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

0days

14% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in May

Sea of Crete(Κρητικό Πέλαγος)

20°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🏊Pleasant

Comfortable for most swimmers

Swim Rating

👍Good for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Sea of Crete

Κρητικό Πέλαγος

Crete coastline

Essential Travel Info for Crete

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Greek

Driving

Right side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.838

Travel Intelligence

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Airport-to-Airport Logistics

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

44/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

Feb

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

101

May

124

Jun

132

Jul

142

Aug

125

Sep

115

Oct

Nov

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Athens Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH)

Thessaloniki Macedonia (SKG)

Rodes Island Diagoras (RHO)

Munich (MUC)

Larnarca Larnaca (LCA)

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 Crete?

👍Solid choice for most travelers(66/100)

Short Answer

Beach lovers rejoice: Crete's May features 20°C sea temperatures alongside 17°C air temps. Just 14% rain risk makes this prime swimming season.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Seismically active region

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

Excellent dry conditions

Only 14% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

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

Plenty of sunshine

12.1h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

71% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 17.3°C temperatures and low 14% rain risk
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 17.3°C, 14% rain chance
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Photographers
12.1h sunshine, 70% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 94/100 with romantic weather conditions

Who Should Avoid

Suitable for most traveler types

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Crete in May averages 17°C with 14% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Crete in May

What are the temperatures in Crete in May?

Daytime highs average 17°C, nights drop to 9°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Crete in May?

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

What to wear in Crete in May?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is May peak season in Crete?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Crete Weather in May

Sea Temperature in May

Crete May Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Crete

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is May a Good Time to Visit Crete?

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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