2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Thessaloniki in May

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

May is an excellent time to visit Thessaloniki. Thessaloniki has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 24°C, lows of 13°C, and approximately 5 rainy days per month.

Avg High

24°C

Avg Low

13°C

Rainy days

5days

Daylight

14.4h

Is May a good time to visit Thessaloniki?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:13 AM

Sunset

8:38 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 10°C 1°C 3 Good
February 13°C 3°C 6 Good
March 15°C 6°C 15 Wet
April 18°C 8°C 8 Excellent (best)
May 24°C 13°C 5 Excellent (best)
June 28°C 18°C 6 Excellent (best)
July 31°C 21°C 2 Good
August 30°C 21°C 6 Good
September 28°C 19°C 1 Excellent (best)
October 23°C 14°C 4 Excellent (best)
November 16°C 7°C 6 Good
December 13°C 7°C 13 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for May

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

Planning a trip to Thessaloniki?

Common Questions

Is May a good time to visit Thessaloniki? +

May is typically Excellent for visiting Thessaloniki, with average highs of 24°C and around 5 rainy days.

What should I pack for Thessaloniki in May? +

With highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Thessaloniki in May? +

Thessaloniki typically sees around 5 rainy days in May.

How many hours of daylight are there in Thessaloniki in May? +

In May, Thessaloniki gets approximately 14.4 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in Thessaloniki? +

Yes, May is peak season in Thessaloniki. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Thessaloniki? +

The best months to visit Thessaloniki are April, May, June, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Athens)

Last Updated: January 2026

May

24° / 13°
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