Santorini sunset in May: will you see it?
Short answer: In May, 62% of mornings and 59% of afternoons at Oia were mostly clear over 2016-2025, and 15% of mornings were overcast. That makes May the number 6 of 12 month for seeing Santorini sunset; July is best (99%).
62% chance of a clear morning
Sunrise 06:14 · sunset 20:20 (mid-May)
Summers are almost cloudless; winter brings more cloud and strong winds.
All months
| Month | Clear mornings (7–9 am) | Clear afternoons (2–4 pm) | Overcast mornings |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32% | 36% | 34% |
| February | 40% | 37% | 28% |
| March | 48% | 45% | 25% |
| April | 55% | 53% | 19% |
| May | 62% | 59% | 15% |
| June | 88% | 88% | 3% |
| July | 99% | 99% | 0% |
| August | 99% | 99% | 0% |
| September | 86% | 87% | 3% |
| October | 70% | 70% | 10% |
| November | 50% | 47% | 21% |
| December | 39% | 35% | 27% |
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Questions
Can you see Santorini sunset in May?
In May, 62% of mornings and 59% of afternoons at Oia were mostly clear over 2016-2025, and 15% of mornings were overcast. That makes May the number 6 of 12 month for seeing Santorini sunset; July is best (99%).
What time is sunrise at Santorini sunset in May?
Around mid-May, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 20:20 local time. Arrive at first light for the best odds of a clear view.