Naxos · May
Low seasonGreece · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 15° | 15° | 17° | 20° | 24° | 28° | 30° | 30° | 27° | 23° | 20° | 17° |
MINMIN | 10° | 10° | 11° | 13° | 17° | 21° | 24° | 24° | 21° | 18° | 15° | 12° |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 11h UV 9 | 10h UV 8 | 8h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 |
🌊Water Temp | 16° | 16° | 16° | 17° | 20° | 23° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 23° | 20° | 18° |
🌧Rain Days | 4d44mm | 3d31mm | 2d17mm | 1d8mm | 1d4mm | 0d4mm | 0d1mm | 0d1mm | 0d2mm | 1d7mm | 2d25mm | 4d32mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in June.
May is an acceptable travel month for Naxos — conditions are fine, though June, July, August, and September offer even better weather.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 23°C, cooling to 17°C at night (daily average: 20°C). With 10 sunshine hours per day, May is one of the sunniest months — 4 mm of rain over 1 days. The sea is 19°C — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Packing list for Naxos in May
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Leichte Jacke für kühle Abende
- Badezeug (Wasser ist noch etwas frisch)
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Naxos?
- May is not an optimal month for Naxos (Score: 84/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Naxos in May?
- In May, Naxos sees daily highs of 23°C. Nights cool to 17°C, with a daily average of 20°C.
- How much rain falls in Naxos in May?
- In May, Naxos receives an average of 4 mm of rain over 1 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Naxos get in May?
- Naxos averages 10 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Naxos in May?
- Water temperature in Naxos in May averages 19°C — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
