Athens Weather, When to Go and Climate Information

(Athens, Attica, Greece)

Athens is a wonderful city to visit throughout the year, but it can be particularly pleasant in spring (May to June) and also in the autumn (September to October). At this time of the year, the weather and climate in Athens is fine and generally fresher than at the height of summer, with high temperatures.

In the summer it is advisable to wear lightweight clothing, a hat and sunglasses. Be sure to bring a good sunscreen and be careful to avoid getting sunburnt in this sunny city.


During the spring or autumn, a jacket or sweater in the evenings is usually needed. In the winter, the temperature in Athens rarely drops below freezing, when rainfall in the city is at its highest.

Athens Weather and Climate Chart (Averages)

The following are the normal daily temperature ranges for Athens:

	Maximum	Minimum
January	13°C / 55°F	6°C / 43°F
February	14°C / 57°F	7°C / 45°F
March	16°C / 61°F	8°C / 46°F
April	20°C / 68°F	11°C / 52°F
May	25°C / 77°F	16°C / 61°F
June	30°C / 86°F	20°C / 68°F
July	33°C / 91°F	23°C / 73°F
August	33°C / 91°F	23°C / 73°F
September	29°C / 84°F	19°C / 66°F
October	24°C / 75°F	15°C / 59°F
November	19°C / 66°F	12°C / 54°F
December	15°C / 59°F	8°C / 46°F

Athens Weather Charts - further Athens climate statistics and charts.