Athens Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Athens. The annual average is 22°C high / 13°C low — hottest in July (33°C) and coldest in January (7°C).
Athens Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Athens's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 22° / 13°
- Best time to visit
- April, May, September
- Hottest month
- July (33°C)
- Coldest month
- January (7°C)
- Wettest month
- December (70mm)
- Driest month
- July (5mm)
As of 2026, Athens's weather averages 22°C high / 13°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is April, May, September. The hottest month is July (33°C), the coldest is January (7°C), and the wettest is December (70mm).
Best Time to Visit Athens
Honeymoon-best month. Orthodox Easter (one of Greece's biggest holidays) brings 2x hotel rates. Otherwise ideal.
Best month for Athens. Greek islands ferry season opens. Lower than July-August prices.
Best month for Athens — cooling + still warm + lower crowds than summer + Greek islands still open.
Athens Weather Month by Month
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13° / 7° | 50mm | 8 | Quiet | Details → |
| February | 14° / 7° | 50mm | 7 | Quiet | Details → |
| March | 16° / 8° | 45mm | 7 | Quiet | Details → |
| April | 20° / 11° | 30mm | 5 | Busy | Details → |
| May | 25° / 15° | 20mm | 4 | Very busy | Details → |
| June | 30° / 19° | 10mm | 2 | Very busy | Details → |
| July | 33° / 22° | 5mm | 1 | Very busy | Details → |
| August | 33° / 22° | 5mm | 1 | Very busy | Details → |
| September | 28° / 18° | 15mm | 3 | Very busy | Details → |
| October | 23° / 14° | 50mm | 6 | Busy | Details → |
| November | 17° / 10° | 60mm | 8 | Moderate | Details → |
| December | 14° / 8° | 70mm | 9 | Moderate | Details → |
What to Wear in Athens by Season
Spring perfect. Light layers + tee + sweater for evening.
Peak heat. Light cotton/linen only.
Like Korean October. Light layers + jacket.
Like January. Light coat + layers.
Athens Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Athens? +
For weather, April, May, September are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 20°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Athens? +
The hottest month is July with an average high of 33°C, and the coldest is January with an average low of 7°C. The annual average is 22°C high / 13°C low.
When does it rain most in Athens? +
The wettest month is December (70mm over about 9 rainy days) and the driest is July (5mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 410mm.
What should I pack for Athens? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 20/11°C — Spring perfect. Light layers + tee + sweater for evening. Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 32/21°C — Peak heat. Light cotton/linen only. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 23/14°C — Like Korean October. Light layers + jacket. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 14/7°C — Like January. Light coat + layers.
What is the weather in Athens this month (June)? +
June averages 30°C high / 19°C low with 10mm rainfall over about 2 rainy days. Crowds are very busy and prices are high.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.