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It's warm in May in Chaniá with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 19°C.
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Chaniá. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Chaniá, Crete. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 37°C in 2020, Chaniá reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Chaniá is 22°C this month. Pleasant for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 30 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Chaniá
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Chaniá. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Chaniá | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 25°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 30 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 5 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Chaniá with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 26°C, with nights around 18°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Chaniá is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 18°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Chaniá, Crete. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Chaniá
Temperature in May in Chaniá over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Chaniá, Crete. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Chaniá
Total precipitation in May in Chaniá over the years
Daily UV index in May in Chaniá
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Chaniá, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Chaniá by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Chaniá. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.