Athens Weather in September
Greece · September climate averages and travel tips
Avg high29°C (84°F)
Avg low20°C (68°F)
Rainfall31 mm (1.2 in)
RatingExcellent 9.6/10
Athens in September sees daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), dropping to about 20°C (68°F) at night. September is autumn (fall) in Greece. The month is fairly dry, with about 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain spread over 5 days. You get roughly 12.2 hours of daylight and mostly clear skies.
Is September a good time to visit Athens?
Yes — September is one of the best months to visit Athens. The weather rates excellent (9.6/10) on our comfort score.
September weather at a glance
| Average high | 29°C (84°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 20°C (68°F) |
| Daily mean | 24°C (75°F) |
| Rainfall | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 5 |
| Humidity | 60% |
| Cloud cover | 23% |
| Daylight | 12.2 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 10.3 hours/day |
| Wind | 11.8 km/h |
| vs August | 4°C cooler than August, with 22 mm more rain. |
What to pack for Athens in September
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- swimwear
Athens weather in other months
Jan13°C / 7°C64 mmGoodFeb13°C / 7°C59 mmGoodMar16°C / 8°C58 mmExcellentApr20°C / 11°C28 mmExcellentMay25°C / 16°C21 mmExcellentJun30°C / 20°C22 mmExcellentJul33°C / 23°C10 mmGoodAug33°C / 23°C9 mmGoodSep29°C / 20°C31 mmExcellentOct23°C / 16°C55 mmExcellentNov19°C / 12°C61 mmExcellentDec14°C / 9°C77 mmGood
← AugustBest time to visit AthensOctober →
Nearby in September
- Chania28°C · 20 mm
- Izmir30°C · 17 mm
- Thessaloniki29°C · 46 mm
- Bodrum29°C · 20 mm
- Corfu27°C · 74 mm
- Rhodes29°C · 18 mm
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