What to Wear in Greece in May (24°C)

Highs24°C (75°F)

Lows16°C (61°F)

Rainy days~6

Daylight14 h

CrowdsModerate

May averages for Athens (Elliniko). Source

May is warm and sunny — a sweet-spot month before the crowds, with islands reopening. The sea is still fresh. Summer clothes plus a light layer.

☀️ By day

Light layers, plus swimwear for the first beach days.

🌙 Evening

A light cardigan for evenings around 16°C.

What's on in May

Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.

May 1 to October, Crete

A 16km hike down Europe's longest gorge. Wear real hiking shoes, a hat and quick-dry clothes, and bring swimwear for the beach at the end.

May

Ferries increase, beach clubs open and the sea is still cool, at around 19°C. Pack a light layer for breezy evenings.

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Monasteries and churches: covered shoulders; women in skirts below the knee (wraps are often provided), men in long trousers.
Beachwear is fine on the beach and in beach bars, but cover up in towns and villages.
Wear flat shoes with grip for the Acropolis and island steps — heels are banned at some archaeological sites.