Weather & Best Time to Visit in Athens

Best time to visit Athens

Late April to early June, or mid-September to mid-October. Shoulder seasons offer mild temperatures (68-77°F / 20-25°C), minimal crowds at the Acropolis and Plaka, lower hotel rates, and clear skies for sightseeing. July and August, while popular, are intensely hot and heavily congested. Spring also coincides with blooming wildflowers on Attica hillsides

Athens weather by month

MonthHigh (°F)Low (°F)Notes
Jan5441cool & changeable
Feb5643cool & mostly dry
Mar6046mild & mostly dry
Apr6852mild & mostly dry
May7860warm & mostly dry
Jun8668hot & mostly dry
Jul9272hot & sunny
Aug9173hot & sunny
Sep8366warm & sunny
Oct7359warm & mostly dry
Nov6452mild & mostly dry
Dec5745cool & mostly dry