Athens, Greece Weather
Athens hourly forecast: next 24 hours
Today's high of 90°F (32°C) is right in line with the typical August high of 91°F (33°C).
Current conditions in detail
Athens weather tomorrow (Tuesday, August 11)
Tomorrow in Athens looks sunny, with a high of 93° and an overnight low of 73°. Rain is unlikely (0% chance). Winds top out near 23 mph, and the UV index reaches 9 (very high).
Athens 14-day forecast
About the weather in Athens
Weather in Athens is shaped by its semi-arid climate - expect big day-to-night temperature swings and modest rainfall. July afternoons typically reach 92°F (34°C), while January highs hover near 54°F (12°C). Annual precipitation averages 19.4 inches (492 mm) over about 65 rainy days.
Athens weather: quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 92°F (34°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 54°F (12°C)
- Record high: 111°F (44°C) · Record low: 26°F (-3°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: December (8 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (13.6 h sun/day)
- Climate type: semi-arid - big day-to-night temperature swings and modest rainfall
- Snow: about 1 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 92°F (34°C) and overnight lows stay near 74°F (23°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 54°F (12°C) and lows around 42°F (5°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 111°F (44°C) and dropped as low as 26°F (-3°C).
Rain, sun and snow
December is usually the wettest month. It brings about 3.4 inches (86 mm) of rain over 8 days, while July is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 13.6 hours of sun a day. Snowfall is rare but not unheard of.
Season by season
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Athens is mild and warm, with daytime highs averaging 69°F (20°C) and nights around 53°F (12°C); rain falls on about 17 days over the three months.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Athens brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 90°F (32°C) and nights around 72°F (22°C); rain falls on about 10 days over the three months.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Athens is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 74°F (24°C) and nights around 60°F (15°C); rain falls on about 14 days over the three months.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Athens is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 56°F (13°C) and nights around 44°F (6°C); expect showers on roughly 24 days across the season.
Average temperatures in Athens by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54° | 42° | 8 | 2.8 in | 7.3 h/day | 75% |
| February | 57° | 44° | 7 | 2.0 in | 8.5 h/day | 74% |
| March | 60° | 46° | 7 | 2.1 in | 9.6 h/day | 70% |
| April | 69° | 52° | 5 | 1.1 in | 11.4 h/day | 60% |
| May | 77° | 61° | 5 | 1.2 in | 12.2 h/day | 56% |
| June | 86° | 69° | 6 | 1.2 in | 13.5 h/day | 53% |
| July | 92° | 74° | 2 | 0.4 in | 13.6 h/day | 44% |
| August | 91° | 73° | 2 | 0.5 in | 12.9 h/day | 46% |
| September | 83° | 67° | 3 | 1.2 in | 11.4 h/day | 56% |
| October | 74° | 59° | 3 | 1.1 in | 9.6 h/day | 66% |
| November | 65° | 52° | 7 | 2.5 in | 8.2 h/day | 74% |
| December | 57° | 46° | 8 | 3.4 in | 7.3 h/day | 76% |