Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Athens in November
Athens cools off: highs slip to 65°F (18°C), from 74°F in October, with lows of 54°F (12°C) and about 2.7 in (69 mm) of rain.
At 90/100 for comfort (5th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 65°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 2.7 in (69 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 54 min
- Comfort score
- 90/100 · Great
What November feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 65°F (18°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 54°F (12°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.7 in (69 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around November
November is one of Athens's best months on the climate data.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (November – January), which brings about 8.7 in (221 mm) in total.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by December, the score drops to 73/100.
- Comfort slips from 96/100 in October to 90/100.
- Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 54°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Athens in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Anafiotika
Whitewashed island-style lanes on the Acropolis slope above Plaka.
Ancient Agora
Ancient marketplace with the well-preserved Temple of Hephaestus.
Brettos
Plaka distillery-bar from 1909 with a wall of colored bottles.
Ta Karamanlidika tou Fani
Deli-taverna serving cured meats, cheeses and meze from Asia Minor.
Varvakios Central Market
Noisy meat and fish halls with spice shops on the surrounding streets.
Nearby in November
- Mykonos in November~95 mi · highs 65°F, 2.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Naxos in November~109 mi · highs 65°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Santorini in November~146 mi · highs 65°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Selçuk in November~198 mi · highs 67°F, 3.5 in rain · 1°C (3°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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Athens?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 90/100. Expect highs of 65°F (18°C) and 2.7 in (69 mm) of rain. Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Athens in November?
Average highs are 65°F (18°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Athens in November?
Some: about 2.7 in (69 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 19.7 in (500 mm).
What should I pack for Athens in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 54°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Athens in November?
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