Athens weather in April (Attica, Greece)
Looking to travel to Athens in April? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In Athens, April is characterized by pleasant temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 21°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 12°C.
Athens in April usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 28 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 8 days of rain are anticipated.
The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 230 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, April is one of the better months to visit Athens. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Athens climate page with graphs.
Athens, monthly averages in April
Min Temperature
12°C
Max Temperature
21°C
Water Temperature
15°C
Chance of Rain
25%
Precipitation
28 mm
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
60%
Windspeed
4 km/h
Sunshine
230 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Greece in April
Find out more about the weather in Greece in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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tolerable
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So, what should you wear in Athens in April?
For visitors traveling to Athens, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. With a water temperature of around 15°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in April.
Interested in more climate information?
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