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Kalamata in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Kalamata in May will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Kalamata, based on historical data.
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May

Weather in Kalamata in May 2025

Good Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Kalamata in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +24°C and approximately 13 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 7 rainy days and 36 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+24°C
Avg. max. temperature
+8°C
Min.
+38°C
Max.
36 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kalamata has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Kalamata in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kalamata for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +28°C during the day to a minimum of +12°C during the night, the temperature in May averages around +23°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 50% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +16°C to +24°C.

Is Kalamata warm or cold in May?

Kalamata is typically warm in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +20°C to +24°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +11°C to +14°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Kalamata:

Climate in Kalamata in May

Kalamata weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+20°C+24°C+29°C
Min. temperature
+3°C+8°C+11°C
Max. temperature
+30°C+38°C+42°C
Rainfall
71 mm36 mm18 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
71%69%64%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1012 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
101322
Cloudy days
993
Rainy days
1073
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +20°C to +24°C during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 71 mm to 36 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 71% to 69%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 1 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 10 to 13.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in June as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Kalamata in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Kalamata is gradually increasing during May, going from 1 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Kalamata based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 58% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 319 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 78 mm, which is considered heavy rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 18 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Kalamata wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 233 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 9 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Kalamata?

This is the weather in Kalamata in May 2023:
1 May
☁️
+16°C
2 May
🌧️
+18°C
3 May
🌧️
+20°C
4 May
☀️
+21°C
5 May
🌧️
+19°C
6 May
☀️
+24°C
7 May
☀️
+24°C
8 May
☀️
+23°C
9 May
☁️
+23°C
10 May
☁️
+22°C
11 May
☁️
+20°C
12 May
☁️
+22°C
13 May
☀️
+21°C
14 May
☁️
+26°C
15 May
☀️
+28°C
16 May
☁️
+22°C
17 May
🌧️
+21°C
18 May
☀️
+22°C
19 May
☀️
+24°C
20 May
☁️
+23°C
21 May
☁️
+23°C
22 May
☁️
+20°C
23 May
☁️
+24°C
24 May
☀️
+23°C
25 May
☀️
+25°C
26 May
☁️
+26°C
27 May
☀️
+26°C
28 May
☁️
+25°C
29 May
☀️
+24°C
30 May
☀️
+24°C
31 May
☀️
+24°C
In May 2023 Kalamata had 14 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +23°C, with an absolute maximum of +28°C and a minimum of +16°C. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 50%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Kalamata climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Kalamata in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+21°C) and the highest in 2020 (+24°C). The driest year was 1989 with only 419 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 5169 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kalamata in May:

Is May a good time to visit Kalamata?

May is a really good time to go to Kalamata. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Kalamata.

Can you sunbathe in Kalamata in May?

May is warm in Kalamata. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Kalamata rainy in May?

Kalamata is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Kalamata in May?

The amount of sunny days in Kalamata during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Greece

Check out the weather for other cities in Greece.

Monthly weather in Kalamata

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kalamata, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.