Monthly climate guide
Samos weather in May
With highs near 23°C (74°F) and lows around 17°C (63°F), May feels warm in Samos. Rainfall averages about 28 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than April and 4°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Just 60 km apart, but Samos runs about 3°C warmer than Pátmos this month.
- May brings late spring to Samos.
- It warms up quickly from here: by June highs are about 4°C higher.
- Rain is well below Samos's usual level (around 48% less).
Avg high
23°C
74°F
Avg low
17°C
63°F
Rainfall
28 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
70%
relative
Sky
39%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Samos weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C / 55°F | 9°C / 48°F | 160 mm | 77% | 57% |
| February | 14°C / 58°F | 10°C / 49°F | 98 mm | 76% | 53% |
| March | 16°C / 61°F | 11°C / 51°F | 67 mm | 75% | 50% |
| April | 19°C / 67°F | 13°C / 56°F | 44 mm | 72% | 43% |
| May | 23°C / 74°F | 17°C / 63°F | 28 mm | 70% | 39% |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 70°F | 14 mm | 66% | 20% |
| July | 31°C / 88°F | 23°C / 73°F | 2 mm | 59% | 8% |
| August | 32°C / 89°F | 23°C / 74°F | 2 mm | 58% | 9% |
| September | 28°C / 83°F | 21°C / 70°F | 12 mm | 63% | 17% |
| October | 23°C / 74°F | 17°C / 63°F | 40 mm | 69% | 31% |
| November | 19°C / 66°F | 14°C / 56°F | 64 mm | 72% | 41% |
| December | 15°C / 58°F | 10°C / 51°F | 111 mm | 75% | 51% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- Sunglasses
Is May a good time to visit Samos?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Samos →Other Greece cities in May
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Samos in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Samos?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Samos, with highs around 23°C and about 28 mm of rain.
How warm is Samos in May?
Average highs are about 23°C (74°F) and average lows about 17°C (63°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Samos in May?
Samos typically gets around 28 mm of rain in May — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Samos (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.