Monthly climate guide
Athens weather in January
January in Athens is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 12°C (54°F) and night-time lows near 7°C (44°F). The month usually brings about 65 mm of rain (some rain) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- Seasonally, January counts as mid-winter in Athens.
- Rain is above Athens's usual level, by about 51%.
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
- Just 90 km apart, but Athens runs about 3°C warmer than Nafplio this month.
January is typically Athens's coolest month.
Avg high
12°C
54°F
Avg low
7°C
44°F
Rainfall
65 mm
some rain
Humidity
80%
relative
Sky
52%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
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 January
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is January 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 January
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Athens in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Athens?
January is cool in Athens, with highs around 12°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Athens in January?
Average highs are about 12°C (54°F) and average lows about 7°C (44°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Athens in January?
Athens typically gets around 65 mm of rain in January — some rain.
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.