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Attica Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Attica, Greece in December.

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Athens Hydra Agia Marina Spétses

Are you planning a trip a to Attica, Greece in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Attica in December

Attica, Greece is a region in Greece. December in Attica generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C (57°F) in Kineta to 17°C (63°F) in Kapsálion. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Kapsálion and 9°C (48°F) in Kineta.

For a closer look at conditions across Attica, Greece, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Áyios Konstandínos with an average of 61 mm (2.4 in) to high rainfall in Milopótamos with 112 mm (4.4 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Athens receives about 127 hours of sunlight in December, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Attica in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Attica.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Attica

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Attica, Greece?

Temperature range in Attica (December)

Precipitation variation in Attica (December)

Athens

In December Athens generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
127 hours
129 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Athens →

Hydra

In December Hydra generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
127 hours
129 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Hydra →

Agia Marina

In December Agia Marina generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
127 hours
129 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Agia Marina →

Spétses

In December Spétses generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Spétses →

Piraeus

In December Piraeus generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
127 hours
129 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Piraeus →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Attica, in Greece.

In our records: Greece December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Greece in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in Greece dropped to -20°C (-4°F) in The Metéora on December 19, 2001.
  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Greece was -6°C (21°F) in The Metéora on December 20, 2001.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Attica in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Athens 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Hydra 16°C (61°F) 13°C (55°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Agia Marina 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Spétses 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Piraeus 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Poros 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)

Attica weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Attica, Greece in December?

Expect tolerable weather across Attica, Greece in December. The popular destination of Athens averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Attica, Greece in December?

In Athens, the average daytime high in December is 15°C (59°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does Attica, Greece get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Attica, Greece during December, with Athens averaging close to 64 mm (2.5 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Attica, Greece?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Attica, Greece with often tolerable weather in Athens.

Generally speaking, April, May, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Athens. In contrast, January, February, March, July, August and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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