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Zakynthos in May: weather, sea & travel advice

Zakynthos in May is especially suited to city breaks, active holidays and hiking, beach holidays and family holidays. Days are around 21 °C (mild), and the sea is about 19 °C. With about 3 rainy days it is very dry.

Schmugglerbucht Navagio auf ZakynthosZakynthos · MayPhoto: dronepicr · CC BY 2.0

Climate facts

Day
21 °C
Night
18 °C
Sea
19 °C
Rainy days
3 rainy days
Sun
9 h/day
Humidity
76 %

Suitability by travel type

BeachGood71/100
City breakExcellent98/100
ActiveExcellent95/100
FamilyGood71/100

In favour

  • Little rain (about 3 rainy days)

To consider

  • No significant drawbacks.

All months at a glance

Daytime temperature°C
14
J
14
F
15
M
17
A
21
M
25
J
28
J
29
A
26
S
22
O
19
N
16
D
Rainy daysdays
12
J
10
F
8
M
5
A
3
M
1
J
0
J
1
A
3
S
7
O
10
N
13
D

Similar destinations in May

Frequently asked questions

How warm is Zakynthos in May?

Daytime highs average around 21 °C, with nights around 18 °C.

Can you swim in Zakynthos in May?

The sea is about 19 °C (refreshing).

Does it rain a lot in Zakynthos in May?

On the long-term average, expect about 3 rainy days.

When is the best time to visit Zakynthos?

The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.