Geography of Greece
Geography of Greece: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Greece
North Macedonia is 303 mi to the north-west, Albania is 311 mi to the north-west, Bulgaria is 326 mi to the north and Blue Mosque is 349 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 37°59′1.7″N 23°43′39″E (37.9838, 23.7275)
Quick facts about Greece
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 37°59′1.7″N 23°43′39″E (37.9838, 23.7275) |
| Capital | Athens |
| Population | 10.400.000 |
| Area | 50.949 sq mi |
| ISO code | GR |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | GRC |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | Greek |
| Calling code | +30 |
| Time zone | Europe/Athens |
| Local time | 9:44 PM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Geography by unesco world heritage site in Greece
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Geography by city in Greece
2 cities mapped in this atlas
Geography by island in Greece
4 islands mapped in this atlas
Geography by mountain in Greece
1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
Geography by beach in Greece
1 beaches mapped in this atlas
Summary
Greece is a country in Europe. Greece is a country in Europe with its capital at Athens. It has a population of about 10.4 million. The capital is Athens.
Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in Greece with clear. It feels like 83°F. Today runs from 82°F to 100°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Greece is May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 95°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 45°F.
The closest major airport is Athens International Airport (ATH), about 12 mi away. Nearby highlights include Acropolis of Athens, Acropolis, Athens, Meteora and Balos Lagoon.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 100°F is 8.1°F above the 92°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. swimming is the strongest bet in Greece today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Greece month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 57° | 45° | 2,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 57° | 46° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 63° | 48° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 70° | 54° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 77° | 61° | 1,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 91° | 73° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 95° | 77° | 1,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 92° | 75° | 0,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 84° | 68° | 1,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 75° | 60° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 67° | 54° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 60° | 48° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Greece?
Greece is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 37.9838, 23.7275. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Greece right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with clear. Humidity is 45% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Greece?
May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Greece, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Greece in?
Greece observes Europe/Athens (UTC+03:00). The local time is 9:44 PM.
How many people live in Greece?
Greece has a population of approximately 10.4 million.
What is the nearest airport to Greece?
The closest airports are Athens International Airport (ATH), 12 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Greece?
Popular options include Acropolis of Athens, Acropolis, Athens, Meteora, Balos Lagoon, Crete and Elafonissi Beach.
What places are in Greece?
Greece covers 9 places in this atlas, including Meteora, Athens, Crete, Mount Olympus, Mykonos and Navagio Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 9:44 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
