Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Athens in July
Athens's warmest month brings highs averaging 91°F (33°C), lows of 74°F (23°C) and about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 77/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 91°F (33°C)
- Avg low
- 74°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 0.4 in (11 mm)
- Humidity
- 51%
- Cloud cover
- 11%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 23 min
- Comfort score
- 77/100 · Great
What July feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 91°F (33°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Even at night it stays warm, around 74°F (23°C).
Rain is scarce: about 0.4 in (11 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 11%.
Plan around July
July sits mid-table; the best months are April – June and September – November.
- Comfort slips from 87/100 in June to 77/100.
- July sits inside the May – Oct window our Greek Island Hop route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clothes91°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Athens in July
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Ancient Agora
Ancient marketplace with the well-preserved Temple of Hephaestus.
National Archaeological Museum
Greece's largest antiquities collection, including the Mask of Agamemnon.
Why now A break from 91°F afternoons.
Varvakios Central Market
Noisy meat and fish halls with spice shops on the surrounding streets.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Brettos
Plaka distillery-bar from 1909 with a wall of colored bottles.
Lycabettus Hill
Highest point in central Athens, with views to the Acropolis and the sea.
Why now July scores 77/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in July
- Mykonos in July~95 mi · highs 77°F, 0.1 in rain · 8°C (14°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Naxos in July~109 mi · highs 80°F, 0.1 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Santorini in July~146 mi · highs 79°F, 0.1 in rain · 7°C (12°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Selçuk in July~198 mi · highs 102°F, 0.2 in rain · 6°C (11°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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Athens?
It's middling, scoring 77/100. The best months are April – June and September – November, at up to 98. Expect highs of 91°F (33°C) and 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Oct window our Greek Island Hop route recommends.
How hot is Athens in July?
Average highs are 91°F (33°C) and average lows 74°F (23°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Athens in July?
Not much: about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 19.7 in (500 mm).
What should I pack for Athens in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (91°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in July
- Greek Island Hop May – Oct
Planning Athens in July?
Share this July plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.