Athens · February
Low seasonGreece · Europe
Max Temp
14°C
Min Temp
5.9°C
Sunshine
3.7 h/day
Rain Days
4 days
Water Temp
14.5°C
Rainfall
40.8 mm
Humidity
69%
Avg Temp
10.1°C
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
February in Athens is on the cool side — with highs around 14°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 14°C, cooling to 6°C at night (daily average: 10°C). With 4 sunshine hours per day and 4 rain days (41 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. At 15°C, the water is still quite cool in February — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Athen in der Nebensaison: keine Schlangen am Akropoliseingang, der Monastiraki-Flohmarkt sonntags für echte Schnäppchenjäger. Olympiastadion und Nationalgarten ohne Reisegruppen.
Packing list for Athens in February
- Warme Jacke
- Pullover und warme Lagen
- Lange Hosen
- Wärmende Schuhe
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is February a good time to visit Athens?
- February is not an optimal month for Athens (Score: 47/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Athens in February?
- In February, Athens sees daily highs of 14°C. Nights cool to 6°C, with a daily average of 10°C.
- How much rain falls in Athens in February?
- In February, Athens receives an average of 41 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Athens get in February?
- Athens averages 4 sunshine hours per day in February — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Athens in February?
- Water temperature in Athens in February averages 15°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.