Weather in Athens

Best time to visit

Athens has a Mediterranean climate characterised by hot and dry summers, relatively mild winters and moderate rainfall.

While the summer nightlife is in full swing with open-air bars, concerts and beaches open for sunbathing, it can get very hot. The hottest month is August, where temperatures can reach an average high of 34°C (94°F).

Visit between May and June or September and October, warm weather and attractions that are not as crowded.

Average annual rainfall is 365mm (14.4 inches), and rain is frequent between October and March.

Visit in low season (November-April) to experience Athens like a local. It may not compare to the summer period, but the cultural scene will still be thriving.

Night

Weather (night) Temp (min night) Rain (mm) Wind (mph) Humidity Pressure Visibility
Sun
Clear
Clear skies
2
5
°C
0mm
10
nnw
64%
1,014mb
Good
Mon
Clear
Clear skies
2
4
°C
0mm
13
nnw
58%
1,014mb
Good
Tue
Clear
Clear skies
2
2
°C
0mm
10
nnw
62%
1,013mb
Good
Wed
Clear
Clear skies
2
1
°C
0mm
10
nnw
45%
1,013mb
Good
Thu
Clear
Clear skies
2
1
°C
0mm
11
nnw
63%
1,014mb
Good
Fri
Clear
Clear skies
2
0
°C
0mm
11
nnw
63%
1,014mb
Good
Sat
Clear
Clear skies
2
0
°C
0mm
11
nnw
59%
1,014mb
Good
Sun
Clear
Clear skies
2
1
°C
0mm
5
ssw
59%
1,011mb
Good
Mon
Clear
Clear skies
2
6
°C
0mm
4
nne
37%
1,009mb
Good
Last updated at 04:06, Tuesday 27 August
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