Athens in September
7.9out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C. Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days.
26°CAvg high
15°CAvg low
9Rainy days (89 mm)
12:15 hDaylight
07:15Sunrise · 19:30 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C
- Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in September varies a lot between years (±3.9 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°C | -3°C | 91 mm | 11 | – | – | 4.4 |
| February | 7°C | -2°C | 90 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.9 |
| March | 12°C | 2°C | 115 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.6 |
| April | 19°C | 8°C | 111 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.8 |
| May | 23°C | 13°C | 120 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.0 |
| June | 28°C | 18°C | 115 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.2 |
| July | 29°C | 20°C | 105 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.1 |
| August | 29°C | 19°C | 88 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| September | 26°C | 15°C | 89 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| October | 19°C | 9°C | 78 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.5 |
| November | 13°C | 3°C | 83 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.3 |
| December | 7°C | -1°C | 92 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Athens in September?
Daytime highs average 26°C and nights about 15°C.
When is the best time to visit Athens?
The best months are September, August, October.