Athens in October
8.2out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Some rain: about 7 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
7Rainy days (84 mm)
11:08 hDaylight
07:45Sunrise · 18:52 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Some rain: about 7 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in October varies a lot between years (±3.5 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 | 12°C | 2°C | 112 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.0 |
| February | 14°C | 4°C | 112 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.5 |
| March | 19°C | 7°C | 114 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.1 |
| April | 23°C | 11°C | 93 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| May | 27°C | 16°C | 83 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| June | 30°C | 20°C | 103 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.7 |
| July | 32°C | 22°C | 102 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.2 |
| August | 31°C | 21°C | 109 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.6 |
| September | 28°C | 18°C | 93 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.9 |
| October | 23°C | 12°C | 84 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| November | 18°C | 6°C | 92 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.3 |
| December | 13°C | 3°C | 112 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Athens in October?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Athens?
The best months are October, September, April, May.