Rethymno in May
8.6out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 22°C. Some rain: about 4 rainy days.
22°CAvg high
15°CAvg low
4Rainy days (23 mm)
13:52 hDaylight
06:22Sunrise · 20:14 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 22°C
- Some rain: about 4 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.0 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C | 8°C | 97 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.6 |
| February | 13°C | 8°C | 88 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.9 |
| March | 14°C | 9°C | 61 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.6 |
| April | 17°C | 11°C | 34 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.6 |
| May | 22°C | 15°C | 23 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| June | 26°C | 19°C | 6 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
| July | 28°C | 22°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| August | 28°C | 22°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 9.0 |
| September | 26°C | 19°C | 17 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| October | 22°C | 16°C | 48 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.2 |
| November | 18°C | 12°C | 69 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| December | 14°C | 9°C | 101 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.9 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Rethymno in May?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 15°C.
When is the best time to visit Rethymno?
The best months are July, August, June, September.