Athens · October
Low seasonGreece · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 14° (57°)18° (64°) | 14° (57°)20° (68°) | 17° (63°)22° (72°) | 21° (70°)26° (79°) | 25° (77°)31° (88°) | 30° (86°)36° (97°) | 33° (91°)38° (100°) | 33° (91°)36° (97°) | 28° (82°)34° (93°) | 23° (73°)28° (82°) | 19° (66°)24° (75°) | 15° (59°)20° (68°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 6° (43°)-2° (28°) | 6° (43°)-1° (30°) | 8° (46°)1° (34°) | 10° (50°)4° (39°) | 15° (59°)8° (46°) | 19° (66°)14° (57°) | 23° (73°)17° (63°) | 23° (73°)18° (64°) | 19° (66°)13° (55°) | 15° (59°)7° (45°) | 11° (52°)3° (37°) | 7° (45°)0° (32°) |
☀️Sunshine | 3h | 4h | 5h | 7h | 7h | 8h | 9h | 9h | 6h | 5h | 4h | 3h |
🌊Water Temp | 16° (61°) | 15° (59°) | 15° (59°) | 16° (61°) | 20° (68°) | 24° (75°) | 26° (79°) | 27° (81°) | 25° (77°) | 23° (73°) | 20° (68°) | 18° (64°) |
🌧Rain Days | 5d50mm (2.0") | 4d41mm (1.6") | 3d33mm (1.3") | 2d20mm (0.8") | 2d17mm (0.7") | 2d16mm (0.6") | 0d5mm (0.2") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 2d23mm (0.9") | 2d39mm (1.5") | 4d46mm (1.8") | 5d60mm (2.4") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
October is an acceptable travel month for Athens — conditions are fine, though May, June, July, August, and September offer even better weather.
Daytime highs average 23°C (73°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 19°C (66°F)). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 7°C (45°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 2 rain days (39 mm (1.5 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. Sea temperature is 23°C (73°F) — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Ideal mildness: temperatures around 20°C (68°F), the museums almost to yourself, the harbour districts of Piraeus and Mikrolimano at sunset with local guests instead of tour groups.
Packing list for Athens in October
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit Athens?
- October is not an optimal month for Athens (Score: 68/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Athens in October?
- In October, Athens sees daily highs of 23°C (73°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 19°C (66°F). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 7°C (45°F).
- How much rain falls in Athens in October?
- In October, Athens receives an average of 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Athens get in October?
- Athens averages 5 sunshine hours per day in October — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Athens in October?
- Water temperature in Athens in October averages 23°C (73°F) — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
