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📊 Monthly Climate Overview
| Month | Max °C | Min °C | Rain mm | Rain Days | Sun h | Wind km/h | Sea °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12.2°C | 5.4°C | 73.5 mm | 9 | 7.3 h | 16.3 km/h | 16.7°C |
| Feb | 13.7°C | 6.5°C | 47.4 mm | 7 | 8.5 h | 16.1 km/h | 15.6°C |
| Mar | 15.6°C | 7.9°C | 52.1 mm | 7 | 9.6 h | 16.2 km/h | 15.5°C |
| Apr | 20°C | 11°C | 29.8 mm | 6 | 11.4 h | 15.9 km/h | 16.8°C |
| May | 25°C | 15.8°C | 29.6 mm | 5 | 12.3 h | 16.3 km/h | 18.8°C |
| Jun | 29.5°C | 19.9°C | 33.4 mm | 6 | 13.5 h | 16.4 km/h | 22.9°C |
| Jul | 33.1°C | 22.9°C | 7.7 mm | 2 | 13.6 h | 17.3 km/h | 27.5°C |
| Aug | 32.9°C | 22.8°C | 8.8 mm | 2 | 12.9 h | 17.2 km/h | 27.6°C |
| Sep | 28.5°C | 19.5°C | 28.2 mm | 3 | 11.4 h | 16.2 km/h | 25.4°C |
| Oct | 23.1°C | 15°C | 30.8 mm | 4 | 9.5 h | 14.8 km/h | 23.8°C |
| Nov | 18.5°C | 11.4°C | 62 mm | 8 | 8.1 h | 15.1 km/h | 21.6°C |
| Dec | 14.1°C | 7.6°C | 82.9 mm | 8 | 7.2 h | 15.3 km/h | 17.9°C |
📖Climate & Best Time to Visit Athens
Athens (Greece) has a subtropical climate with an annual average of around 18 °C. Daytime highs average 22 °C, while nights cool to about 14 °C. The destination sees roughly 486 mm of rainfall per year and 10.4 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Cradle of democracy — the Acropolis and Parthenon crown the city, the Plaka district hums with tavernas and Piraeus is the gateway to the islands.
Spring and autumn are ideal for a city break: July is the sunniest month with 13.6 hours of sun per day, and mild temperatures make exploring on foot comfortable. Peak summer (July, up to 33.1 °C) can get exhausting, while in January nights drop to 5.4 °C.
Note: with roughly 28 °C between the hottest and coldest month, picking the right time of year matters a lot here.
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Frequently asked questions about Athens
When is the best time to visit Athens?
The best time to visit Athens: April, May, June, September and October – best in May (avg. 20.4 °C, 5 rainy days). Based on the monthly values for 2014 to 2023.
What are the temperatures in Athens?
The warmest month is July with an average of 28.0 °C and daytime highs around 33.1 °C. The coldest month is January with an average of 8.8 °C and night-time lows around 5.4 °C.
How many rainy days does Athens have?
January has the most rainy days with 9 rainy days. The driest month is July with 2 rainy days.
What is the sea temperature near Athens?
The water is warmest in August at an average of 27.6 °C and coolest in March at 15.5 °C.