Athens Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Athens.
Climate overview of Athens
Athens Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Athens — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Athens
The climate in Athens is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C (91°F) in July to a moderate 14°C (57°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 23°C (73°F) in July to around 7°C (45°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Athens
With annual rainfall averaging 382 mm (15 in), Athens maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. The climate in Athens shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in December, the wettest month, with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) of precipitation over 10 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 3.8 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall over 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Athens Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Athens
For those who appreciate different seasons, Athens serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 12.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 4.2 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Water Temperature in Athens
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 14°C (57°F) in January to 24°C (75°F) in July.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Athens by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Athens.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 73%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 43%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Athens
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) to 2 m/s (4 knots). It is lower in April, May, June, September and November and higher in January, February, March, July, August, October and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Athens
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Athens
What is the best time to visit Athens?
April, May, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Athens. In contrast, January, February, March, July, August and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Athens has a distinct dry season from April to October.
What temperatures can I expect in Athens?
Daytime highs range from 14°C (57°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 7°C (45°F) to 23°C (73°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Athens get?
Annual rainfall is around 382 mm (15 in). December is the wettest month with 64 mm (2.5 in), while August is the driest with 3.8 mm (0.1 in).
How sunny is Athens?
Athens receives around 2,773 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 364 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 127 hours. Overall, Athens enjoys abundant sunshine.
Athens 3-Day Forecast
Athens 3-Day Forecast
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