Late winter · Weather & things to do
Athens in February
Little changes in Athens from January: highs stay near 56°F (13°C), lows near 45°F (7°C), and about 2.3 in (58 mm) of rain falls.
Its comfort score of 74/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 56°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 45°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 2.3 in (58 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 56%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 35 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What February feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 56°F (13°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 45°F (7°C).
Rain is moderate at about 2.3 in (58 mm) for the month.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – June and September – November.
- Comfort improves from 71/100 in January to 74/100.
- Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 45°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Athens in February
February is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Anafiotika
Whitewashed island-style lanes on the Acropolis slope above Plaka.
Lycabettus Hill
Highest point in central Athens, with views to the Acropolis and the sea.
Why now February scores 74/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Kostas Souvlaki
Tiny souvlaki stand near Syntagma, open since 1950.
Acropolis Museum
Original Acropolis sculptures in a glass building over excavated ruins.
Ta Karamanlidika tou Fani
Deli-taverna serving cured meats, cheeses and meze from Asia Minor.
Nearby in February
- Mykonos in February~95 mi · highs 57°F, 3.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Naxos in February~109 mi · highs 58°F, 3.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Santorini in February~146 mi · highs 57°F, 3.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Selçuk in February~198 mi · highs 57°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Athens?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 74/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are April – June and September – November. Expect highs of 56°F (13°C) and 2.3 in (58 mm) of rain. Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Athens in February?
Average highs are 56°F (13°C) and average lows 45°F (7°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Athens in February?
Not much: about 2.3 in (58 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 19.7 in (500 mm).
What should I pack for Athens in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 45°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Athens in February?
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