Current Weather and Forecast in Athens, Greece
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About the weather in Athens
Athens has a semi-arid climate. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 92°, and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 42°. December brings the most rain, on about 8 days, while July is the sunniest, with 13.6 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 65 days.
Athens climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit
Common questions
How much sun does Athens get?
10.5 hours a day averaged over the year, peaking in July at 13.6 hours.
Which month is wettest in Athens?
December, at 3.4 inches (86 mm) over about 8 days. July is the driest month, at 10 mm (0.4 in).
Is Athens a wet city?
19.4 inches (492 mm) a year across 65 wet days - less than 83% of the cities we cover.
Which month is coolest in Athens?
January, with highs of 54°F (12°C) and lows near 42°F (5°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 26°F (-3°C).
When is Athens at its hottest?
July, averaging 92°F (34°C) by day and 74°F (23°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 111°F (44°C).
Does it snow in Athens?
Yes - about 1 days a year carry measurable snowfall, concentrated January.
When should I visit Athens?
The best time to visit Athens is generally March to May and September to November, when temperatures sit either side of the peak heat rather than in it. Daytime temperatures in that window sit near 72°F (22°C), with rain on about 5 days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in March.