Weather in Chaniá for May 2027
In general, the average temperature in Chaniá at the beginning of May is 19.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 23.3 °C by the end of May.
With an average of 5 rainy days, Chaniá experiences minimal rainfall in May.
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Chaniá Weather May
Temperatures trend during May in Chaniá
May weather in Chaniá day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 May |  Patchy rain possible | 16° /11° | 2.3 mm | 4 | |
| 2 May |  Light rain | 17° /13° | 2.9 mm | 4 | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 19° /12° | 1.3 mm | 5 | |
| 4 May | Patchy rain possible | 19° /12° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
| 5 May | Light rain shower | 21° /13° | 1.3 mm | 7 | |
| 6 May |  Sunny | 22° /14° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 7 May |  Partly cloudy | 24° /15° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 8 May | Partly cloudy | 23° /15° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 9 May | Partly cloudy | 24° /15° | 0.1 mm | 7 | |
| 10 May | Light rain | 21° /14° | 6.2 mm | 6 | |
| 11 May | Light rain shower | 21° /13° | 2 mm | 7 | |
| 12 May | Sunny | 22° /13° | 0.9 mm | 7 | |
| 13 May | Sunny | 22° /14° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 14 May | Partly cloudy | 20° /14° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 15 May | Partly cloudy | 22° /14° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 16 May | Partly cloudy | 25° /15° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 17 May | Patchy rain possible | 25° /16° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 18 May | Sunny | 24° /16° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 19 May | Patchy rain possible | 23° /15° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 20 May | Sunny | 23° /15° | 0.5 mm | 8 | |
| 21 May | Partly cloudy | 25° /16° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 25° /16° | 0.9 mm | 8 | |
| 23 May | Light rain | 24° /17° | 2.9 mm | 6 | |
| 24 May | Patchy rain possible | 26° /18° | 1 mm | 7 | |
| 25 May | Patchy rain possible | 25° /17° | 0.5 mm | 7 | |
| 26 May | Patchy rain possible | 21° /16° | 1.7 mm | 7 | |
| 27 May | Patchy rain possible | 22° /15° | 0.5 mm | 7 | |
| 28 May | Sunny | 23° /14° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 29 May | Sunny | 23° /16° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 30 May | Patchy rain possible | 24° /16° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| 31 May | Sunny | 25° /17° | 0 mm | 9 | |
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Chaniá weather in May vs April vs June
| April | May | June | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weather | Patchy rain possible | Sunny | Sunny |
| Temperatures | 19°/11° | 22°/15° | 28°/20° |
| Rainfall | 46 mm | 25 mm | 3 mm |
| Wind | 18.6 km/h | 19 km/h | 15.2 km/h |
| Humidity | 66% | 60% | 51% |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 5 days | 1 days |
| Dry days | 22 days | 26 days | 29 days |
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Chaniá in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Chaniá during May?
How much rainfall should be expected in Chaniá during May?
What are the typical wind conditions in Chaniá during May?
Chaniá water temperatures in May
The average water temperature of the Mediterranean Sea near Chaniá in May is 16.8 °C. At the beginning of May temperatures are around 16.6 °C; by the end of the month they stay fairly steady and reach 17 °C.
- What is the water temperature in Chaniá in May?
- The average water temperature in Chaniá in May is 16.8 °C.
- Can you swim in Chaniá in May?
- Brisk: quick dips and active swimming are fine, but pack a 2–3 mm spring suit if you plan longer sessions or early-morning outings.
May rainfall patterns in Chaniá
UV exposure in Chaniá during May
What to pack to Chaniá in May?
Mild · highs around 22 °C, occasional showers
As you prepare for your trip to Chaniá in May, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Chaniá, during May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
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