Athens weather
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Athens, in Greece, has its warmest weather in July, when daytime temperatures average 34.2°C, while January nights are the coldest at around 5.6°C. The city sees roughly 499mm of rain a year; December is normally the wettest month and July the driest. Figures are averaged from 2020–2024 observations.
Climate averages
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12.7° | 5.6° | 69mm | 7 |
| Feb | 13.9° | 6.5° | 44mm | 6 |
| Mar | 15.4° | 7.5° | 46mm | 7 |
| Apr | 19.9° | 11.1° | 36mm | 6 |
| May | 25° | 15.9° | 32mm | 5 |
| Jun | 30.2° | 20.5° | 28mm | 6 |
| Jul | 34.2° | 23.7° | 9mm | 1 |
| Aug | 33.3° | 23.4° | 19mm | 4 |
| Sep | 28.6° | 19.7° | 21mm | 3 |
| Oct | 23.8° | 15.2° | 28mm | 3 |
| Nov | 18.7° | 11° | 53mm | 7 |
| Dec | 15° | 8.7° | 114mm | 11 |
Seasons in Athens
Spring (March–May). Daytime highs in Athens climb from 15.4°C in March to 25°C by May, while nights ease from 7.5°C to 15.9°C. The season brings around 114mm of rain in total.
Summer (June–August). The warmest stretch of the year: afternoons average 32.6°C, peaking in July at 34.2°C. July is usually the driest of the summer months (9mm over ~1 rainy days). Around the June solstice, Athens gets roughly 14.6 hours of daylight.
Autumn (September–November). Daytime temperatures fall from 28.6°C in September to 18.7°C by November, with around 102mm of rain across the season.
Winter (December–February). Nights average 6.9°C, with January the coldest month (average low 5.6°C, daytime high 12.7°C). Expect about 24 days with measurable rain over the three months, and only around 9.4 hours of daylight in mid-December.
How Athens compares
| Athens | UK town average | |
|---|---|---|
| Annual rainfall | 499mm | 1054mm |
| Rainy days per year | 66 | 167 |
| Summer daytime high | 32.6°C | 19.7°C |
| Winter night low | 6.9°C | 3.4°C |
Athens is about 53% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm), based on 2020–2024 monthly normals.
Athens weather FAQs
What is the warmest month in Athens?
July is typically the warmest month in Athens, with average daytime highs of 34.2°C. Summer afternoons (June–August) average around 32.6°C.
What is the wettest month in Athens?
December is usually the wettest month, with around 114mm of rain over roughly 11 rainy days. July is typically the driest (9mm).
How much does it rain in Athens per year?
Athens receives roughly 499mm of precipitation per year, spread over about 66 days with at least 1mm of rain (based on 2020–2024 observations).
How cold are winters in Athens?
Winter nights (December–February) in Athens average around 6.9°C, with January typically the coldest month (average low 5.6°C).
When is the best time to visit Athens for good weather?
Late spring and summer offer the most reliable weather in Athens. July is typically the driest of the warm months (9mm of rain), while July is the warmest, averaging 34.2°C by day — and near the June solstice there are around 15 hours of daylight to enjoy.
How does Athens's weather compare with the UK?
Athens receives 499mm of rain a year, about 53% drier than the average for the 121 UK towns tracked on this site (1054mm). Summer daytime highs average 32.6°C against a UK-town average of 19.7°C, and winter nights average 6.9°C versus 3.4°C.