Chania weather in May
May in Chania: nice, dry — an excellent time to visit.
#5 of 12 months in Chania · #377 of 897 destinations to visit in May · comfort 84/100 (tier A)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
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Chania climate normals — May
| Daytime high | 22°C / 71°F | 😎 nice |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 17°C / 63°F | |
| Rainfall | 18 mm / 0.7 in | ☀️ dry |
| Rainy days | 5 days | |
| Humidity | 73% | 💧 humid |
| Dew point | 14°C / 56°F | |
| Sunshine | 12.2 h/day | |
| Daylight | 14 h | |
| Wind | 22 km/h / 13 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 53 | 🙂 moderate |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Chania in May — FAQ
- Is May a good time to visit Chania?
- May in Chania: nice, dry — an excellent time to visit. It ranks #5 of 12 months for Chania on SeasonMap's comfort score (84/100).
- What is the weather like in Chania in May?
- In May, Chania averages a daily high of 21.9°C and a low of 17°C, with about 18.4 mm of rain over roughly 4.6 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Chania in May?
- Chania has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 53 in May.