Monthly climate guide
Skiáthos weather in May
May in Skiáthos is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 22°C (71°F) and night-time lows near 17°C (63°F). The month usually brings about 28 mm of rain (fairly dry) and 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
- Skiáthos is usually about 3°C cooler than Athens, 130 km away, in May.
- Days and nights are close, only about 4°C apart.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 46% less rain than Skiáthos's average.
- Temperatures are climbing — June is around 4°C warmer.
Avg high
22°C
71°F
Avg low
17°C
63°F
Rainfall
28 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
71%
relative
Sky
53%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Skiáthos weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 54°F | 9°C / 48°F | 75 mm | 77% | 70% |
| February | 13°C / 55°F | 10°C / 49°F | 68 mm | 78% | 69% |
| March | 14°C / 58°F | 11°C / 51°F | 73 mm | 76% | 63% |
| April | 17°C / 63°F | 13°C / 56°F | 35 mm | 73% | 54% |
| May | 22°C / 71°F | 17°C / 63°F | 28 mm | 71% | 53% |
| June | 26°C / 78°F | 22°C / 72°F | 44 mm | 66% | 36% |
| July | 28°C / 82°F | 25°C / 76°F | 20 mm | 63% | 19% |
| August | 28°C / 82°F | 25°C / 77°F | 25 mm | 65% | 21% |
| September | 25°C / 77°F | 22°C / 72°F | 48 mm | 67% | 36% |
| October | 21°C / 69°F | 18°C / 64°F | 50 mm | 73% | 54% |
| November | 17°C / 63°F | 14°C / 58°F | 64 mm | 77% | 70% |
| December | 14°C / 56°F | 11°C / 51°F | 93 mm | 76% | 66% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
Is May a good time to visit Skiáthos?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Skiáthos →Other Greece cities in May
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Skiáthos in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Skiáthos?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Skiáthos, with highs around 22°C and about 28 mm of rain.
How warm is Skiáthos in May?
Average highs are about 22°C (71°F) and average lows about 17°C (63°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Skiáthos in May?
Skiáthos typically gets around 28 mm of rain in May — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Skiáthos (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.