Athens · May
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 77°F, dipping to 61°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
77° / 61°F
Humidity
56%
Rain days
8/mo
Wind
10 mph
What May feels like in Athens
Sunrise
06:14
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:28
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Athens in May
The kit for May in Athens: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
+9° avg high
0 rain days
Athens in April →
May
77°F avg high
8 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
-8° avg high
0 rain days
Athens in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Athens in May?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Athens in May?+
Average high 77°F, average low 61°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Athens?+
Compared to April (avg high 68°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 85°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Athens in May?+
Expect about 8 measurable rain days in May, on average.