May · Greece
Best time to visit Samos in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Samos in May
Average temperature 21°C, 28 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 63% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.0/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 28 mm
- Humidity
- 63%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Samos scores 9.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 21°C, 28 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Samos pairs mountain villages and the ancient sanctuary of Hera with Aegean beaches on an island close to the Turkish coast.
May is one of the strongest months in Samos (5th)
With 21°C (69°F) on average, May delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
With around 28 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.2 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Samos at 9/10 (5th of 12), just behind June at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Samos in May?
- In May, Samos averages 21°C, 28 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Samos?
- May earns a 9.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Samos in May?
- Expect about 28 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 63% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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