Greece in May
Green, warm and fully open with the crowds still weeks away — the only catch is a sea that has not yet caught up with the air.
Is May a good time to visit Greece?
May sits mid-range in Greece — around 69/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.
What closes and what fills up in May
- Labour Day, 1 May
Greece city by city in May
The same month can feel very different depending where you are.
How May compares across the year
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Frequently asked questions
Is May a good month to visit Greece?
May sits mid-range in Greece — around 69/100 nationally. January is noticeably calmer.
How busy is Greece in May?
Averaged across the destinations we track, Greece sits near 69/100 in May. The calmest of them is Santorini.
What is the weather like in Greece in May?
Expect average highs near 25°C and lows near 16°C, with roughly 4 wet days — though Greece varies by region.