Capital city in Attica, Greece
Athens weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Athens
Spring and autumn are warm and walkable. July–August brings 38°C+ heatwaves and Acropolis queues; winters are mild but grey and wet.
Athens weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan12°66 mm
- Feb13°58 mm
- Mar16°53 mm
- Apr19°30 mm
- May25°21 mm
- Jun30°20 mm
- Jul33°11 mm
- Aug32°8 mm
- Sep28°29 mm
- Oct23°49 mm
- Nov18°69 mm
- Dec14°86 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C54°F | 7°C44°F | 66 mm | 81% | Cool |
| February | 13°C56°F | 7°C45°F | 58 mm | 81% | Cool |
| March | 16°C60°F | 8°C47°F | 53 mm | 77% | Cool |
| April | 19°C67°F | 11°C52°F | 30 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| May | 25°C77°F | 16°C60°F | 21 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| June | 30°C86°F | 20°C69°F | 20 mm | 55% | Pleasant |
| July | 33°C91°F | 23°C74°F | 11 mm | 51% | Pleasant |
| August | 32°C90°F | 23°C74°F | 8 mm | 53% | Pleasant |
| September | 28°C83°F | 20°C68°F | 29 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| October | 23°C74°F | 16°C60°F | 49 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| November | 18°C65°F | 12°C54°F | 69 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| December | 14°C57°F | 9°C47°F | 86 mm | 81% | Cool |
Best months across Greece
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Athens | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Santorini | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Mykonos | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (25°C) |
| Crete | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Rhodes | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Corfu | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Thessaloniki | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Naxos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Paros | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Zakynthos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (29°C) |
| Chania | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Milos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Kos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Kefalonia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (29°C) |
| Meteora | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Halkidiki | Jun–Sep | Jul (29°C) |
| Ios | Jun–Sep | Aug (26°C) |
| Lefkada | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (31°C) |
| Nafplio | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Skiathos | Jun–Jul, Sep | Aug (28°C) |
| Hydra | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Peloponnese | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (33°C) |
| Thassos | Jun–Jul, Sep | Aug (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Athens?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Spring and autumn are warm and walkable. July–August brings 38°C+ heatwaves and Acropolis queues; winters are mild but grey and wet.
When is the rainy season in Athens?
Rain peaks in December with about 86 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Athens?
July, with average highs of 33°C (91°F).
How cold does Athens get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 7°C (44°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Athens Urban Transport Organisation (OASA)
- Athens International Airport
- Visit Greece
- Hygeia Hospital
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.