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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

Forecast for Athens (AL)

Sun   Dec 22
8°C | -5°C
NE 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
12°C | -1°C
S 5 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
14°C | 0°C
SE 3 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Athens in the United States of America

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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Athens?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Athens?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Athens?
    December tops the wettest month list with 169 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Athens?
    September is the driest month with 84 mm of precipitation.

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