Athens (AL) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Athens can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from very warm
to cold.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Athens. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 32°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 10°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -1°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Athens has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1420 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Athens experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 169 mm in December, the wettest month, and 84 mm in September, the driest month.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Athens.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 73%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 63%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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During the months of April and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 169 mm of rainfall.
September is the driest month with 84 mm of precipitation.
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