Athens, GreeceQuick decision
When to visit Athens?
🌞 Best time overall
September
🌡️ Optimal temperature
20°C–29°C in September
🌧 Least rain
10% rainy days in September
🌧 Wettest month
January (25%)
📅 Best score
8.9/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Acropolis & Ancient SitesMarch–May or October — ideal light, less heat, smaller crowds.
Food & TavernasYear-round — moussaka, souvlaki, Athens markets and Psiri district.
Beaches (Attic Coast)June–September — Vouliagmeni, Glyfada and Saronic islands 1h by ferry.
Culture & MuseumsYear-round — National Archaeological Museum, Benaki, Exarcheia district.
FamilyApril–May or October — mild temperatures, Acropolis without summer crowds.
Monthly climate data
Athens weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 6°C | 13°C | 25% | 2.3 | 8.6h | 6.2/10 |
| ⛅ February | 7°C | 14°C | 25% | 1.7 | 9.2h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 8°C | 16°C | 21% | 1.5 | 10.6h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 11°C | 20°C | 20% | 1.1 | 11.6h | 7.7/10 |
| ☀️ May | 16°C | 25°C | 17% | 1.0 | 12.9h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ June | 21°C | 31°C | 17% | 0.9 | 13.2h | 8.5/10 |
| ☀️ July | 23°C | 34°C | 7% | 0.3 | 13.1h | 7.7/10 |
| ☀️ August | 23°C | 33°C | 8% | 0.4 | 12.7h | 8.0/10 |
| ☀️ September | 20°C | 29°C | 10% | 0.8 | 11.2h | 8.9/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 15°C | 23°C | 11% | 0.8 | 9.9h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 11°C | 19°C | 28% | 2.7 | 8.6h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ December | 8°C | 15°C | 29% | 3.1 | 8.2h | 6.6/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 20°C, 19% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.9/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 33°C, 11% rainy days, 13.0h sunshine/day. Score: 8.1/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 24°C, 16% rainy days, 9.9h sunshine/day. Score: 8.1/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 14°C, 26% rainy days, 8.7h sunshine/day. Score: 6.6/10.
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FAQ
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September is ideal with 10% rainy days and 29°C.
January is the wettest month with 25% rainy days.
Yes, September is the best month with an average of 29°C.
In winter, the average score is 6.6/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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