Monthly climate guide
Athens weather in August
August in Athens is typically very hot, with average daytime highs around 32°C (90°F) and night-time lows near 23°C (74°F). The month usually brings about 10 mm of rain (very dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 3°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- Athens is usually about 5°C warmer than Skiáthos, 130 km away, in August.
- It's one of the sunniest months here, with cloud cover around 9%.
- August is Athens's second warmest month.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 77% less rain than Athens's average.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
32°C
90°F
Avg low
23°C
74°F
Rainfall
10 mm
very dry
Humidity
54%
relative
Sky
9%
cloud · mostly sunny
Athens weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 54°F | 7°C / 44°F | 65 mm | 80% | 52% |
| February | 14°C / 56°F | 7°C / 45°F | 66 mm | 81% | 52% |
| March | 16°C / 60°F | 9°C / 47°F | 62 mm | 77% | 47% |
| April | 20°C / 68°F | 11°C / 52°F | 30 mm | 70% | 39% |
| May | 25°C / 77°F | 16°C / 60°F | 21 mm | 63% | 37% |
| June | 30°C / 86°F | 20°C / 69°F | 29 mm | 56% | 21% |
| July | 33°C / 91°F | 23°C / 73°F | 11 mm | 52% | 9% |
| August | 32°C / 90°F | 23°C / 74°F | 10 mm | 54% | 9% |
| September | 29°C / 84°F | 21°C / 69°F | 29 mm | 60% | 19% |
| October | 23°C / 74°F | 16°C / 61°F | 41 mm | 70% | 35% |
| November | 18°C / 65°F | 13°C / 55°F | 61 mm | 77% | 47% |
| December | 14°C / 57°F | 9°C / 47°F | 92 mm | 79% | 50% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses
Is August a good time to visit Athens?
Our Athens guide recommends: April to June or September to October, avoiding the intense heat of July and August.
Visit the Acropolis at opening time (8am) — both the crowds and the heat build quickly through the day.
Best time to visit Athens →Other Greece cities in August
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Athens in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Athens?
It can be, if you like heat: August highs in Athens are around 32°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Athens in August?
Average highs are about 32°C (90°F) and average lows about 23°C (74°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Athens in August?
Athens typically gets around 10 mm of rain in August — very dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit Athens?
April to June or September to October, avoiding the intense heat of July and August.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Athens (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.