Monthly climate guide
Nafplio weather in May
May in Nafplio is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 23°C (73°F) and night-time lows near 11°C (52°F). The month usually brings about 28 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 5°C warmer than April and 6°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Seasonally, May counts as late spring in Nafplio.
- Rain is well below Nafplio's usual level (around 48% less).
- It warms up quickly from here: by June highs are about 6°C higher.
- Just 90 km apart, but Nafplio runs about 2°C cooler than Athens this month.
Avg high
23°C
73°F
Avg low
11°C
52°F
Rainfall
28 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
65%
relative
Sky
49%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Nafplio weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C / 49°F | 2°C / 36°F | 101 mm | 85% | 62% |
| February | 11°C / 51°F | 3°C / 38°F | 80 mm | 84% | 64% |
| March | 13°C / 56°F | 4°C / 40°F | 63 mm | 79% | 59% |
| April | 18°C / 64°F | 7°C / 45°F | 29 mm | 72% | 51% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 11°C / 52°F | 28 mm | 65% | 49% |
| June | 28°C / 83°F | 16°C / 61°F | 43 mm | 57% | 30% |
| July | 32°C / 89°F | 19°C / 66°F | 19 mm | 49% | 16% |
| August | 32°C / 89°F | 19°C / 66°F | 14 mm | 49% | 16% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 16°C / 61°F | 42 mm | 59% | 28% |
| October | 21°C / 71°F | 12°C / 53°F | 58 mm | 71% | 45% |
| November | 16°C / 60°F | 8°C / 46°F | 79 mm | 81% | 58% |
| December | 11°C / 52°F | 4°C / 39°F | 96 mm | 84% | 57% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
Is May a good time to visit Nafplio?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Nafplio →Other Greece cities in May
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Nafplio in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Nafplio?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Nafplio, with highs around 23°C and about 28 mm of rain.
How warm is Nafplio in May?
Average highs are about 23°C (73°F) and average lows about 11°C (52°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Nafplio in May?
Nafplio typically gets around 28 mm of rain in May — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Nafplio (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.