Athens · April
Low seasonGreece · Europe
Max Temp
20.1°C
Min Temp
10°C
Sunshine
6.2 h/day
Rain Days
2 days
Water Temp
16°C
Rainfall
19.6 mm
Humidity
59%
Avg Temp
15.3°C
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in May.
April in Athens at 20°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, July, August, and September.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 20°C, cooling to 10°C at night (daily average: 15°C). The sun shines an average of 6 hours per day; there are 2 rain days with 20 mm total. At 16°C, the water is still quite cool in April — a wetsuit may be useful.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Frühlingsperfekt: Die Akropolis begehbar ohne Hitzeschlacht, die Tavernen in Psiri und Thissio öffnen ihre Terrassen. Osterwoche mit Prozessionen und dem Geruch von Lammbraten auf jedem Platz.
Packing list for Athens in April
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Athens?
- April is not an optimal month for Athens (Score: 70/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Athens in April?
- In April, Athens sees daily highs of 20°C. Nights cool to 10°C, with a daily average of 15°C.
- How much rain falls in Athens in April?
- In April, Athens receives an average of 20 mm of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Athens get in April?
- Athens averages 6 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Athens in April?
- Water temperature in Athens in April averages 16°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
