Athens in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Athens (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 13.8°C and lows of 6.7°C, with around 224.7mm of rain across the season (24 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Athens covers December, January, February.
Winter in Athens month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 15.2°C | 8.7°C | 103.8mm | 10 | 9/10 |
| January | 12.6°C | 5.4°C | 78.0mm | 8 | 10/10 |
| February | 13.5°C | 6.0°C | 42.9mm | 6 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Athens in winter
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
- Light waterproof layer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Athens?
Winter in Athens rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 13.8°C with 224.7mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Athens in winter?
Daytime highs average 13.8°C (56.8°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 6.7°C.
What months are winter in Athens?
Athens is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Athens · Athens annual climate · Athens in spring · Athens in summer · Athens in autumn
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Winter in Athens — what to pack
Travel clothing layers
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.