Late summer · Weather & things to do
Athens in August
Athens sees its driest month, with just 0.3 in (8 mm) of rain, highs of 90°F (32°C) and lows of 74°F (23°C).
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 78/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 90°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 74°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 0.3 in (8 mm)
- Humidity
- 53%
- Cloud cover
- 10%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 28 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What August feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 90°F (32°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 74°F (23°C).
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.3 in (8 mm) of rain.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 10%.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are April – June and September – November.
- Comfort holds steady from July (77 → 78/100).
- August sits inside the May – Oct window our Greek Island Hop route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 90°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Athens in August
Afternoons run hot (90°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Acropolis
The Parthenon and Erechtheion on Athens' sacred rock.
Anafiotika
Whitewashed island-style lanes on the Acropolis slope above Plaka.
Kostas Souvlaki
Tiny souvlaki stand near Syntagma, open since 1950.
Why now A break from 90°F afternoons.
Ta Karamanlidika tou Fani
Deli-taverna serving cured meats, cheeses and meze from Asia Minor.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Lycabettus Hill
Highest point in central Athens, with views to the Acropolis and the sea.
Why now August scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in August
- Mykonos in August~95 mi · highs 78°F, 0.1 in rain · 7°C (13°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Naxos in August~109 mi · highs 80°F, 0.1 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Santorini in August~146 mi · highs 80°F, 0.1 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Selçuk in August~198 mi · highs 102°F, 0.2 in rain · 7°C (12°F) warmer by day, about as wet
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 August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Athens?
It's middling, scoring 78/100. The best months are April – June and September – November, at up to 98. Expect highs of 90°F (32°C) and 0.3 in (8 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Oct window our Greek Island Hop route recommends.
How hot is Athens in August?
Average highs are 90°F (32°C) and average lows 74°F (23°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Athens in August?
Not much: about 0.3 in (8 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 19.7 in (500 mm).
What should I pack for Athens in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 90°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in August
- Greek Island Hop May – Oct
Planning Athens in August?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.