Mid-spring · Weather & things to do
Athens in April
Athens warms up: highs climb to 67°F (19°C), from 60°F in March, with lows of 52°F (11°C) and about 1.2 in (30 mm) of rain.
April opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 95/100 (3rd of 12).
- Avg high
- 67°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 52°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 1.2 in (30 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 45%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 59 min
- Comfort score
- 95/100 · Great
What April feels like
Highs near 67°F (19°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Lows average 52°F (11°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.2 in (30 mm) for the month.
Plan around April
April is one of Athens's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: April – June and September – November.
- Comfort improves from 85/100 in March to 95/100.
- Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so April falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for April
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 52°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Athens in April
April is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Anafiotika
Whitewashed island-style lanes on the Acropolis slope above Plaka.
National Archaeological Museum
Greece's largest antiquities collection, including the Mask of Agamemnon.
Lycabettus Hill
Highest point in central Athens, with views to the Acropolis and the sea.
Why now April scores 95/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Kostas Souvlaki
Tiny souvlaki stand near Syntagma, open since 1950.
Ta Karamanlidika tou Fani
Deli-taverna serving cured meats, cheeses and meze from Asia Minor.
Nearby in April
- Mykonos in April~95 mi · highs 62°F, 1.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Naxos in April~109 mi · highs 64°F, 1.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Santorini in April~146 mi · highs 63°F, 1.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Selçuk in April~198 mi · highs 71°F, 1.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Athens in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Athens?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 95/100. Expect highs of 67°F (19°C) and 1.2 in (30 mm) of rain. Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so April is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Athens in April?
Average highs are 67°F (19°C) and average lows 52°F (11°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Athens in April?
Not much: about 1.2 in (30 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 19.7 in (500 mm).
What should I pack for Athens in April?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 52°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Athens in April?
Share this April plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.