Geography of Mount Olympus
Geography of Mount Olympus: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Mount Olympus
Meteora is 46 mi to the south-west, North Macedonia is 141 mi to the north, Albania is 158 mi to the north-west and Athens is 163 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 40°5′7.8″N 22°21′31″E (40.0855, 22.3586)
Quick facts about Mount Olympus
Summary
Mount Olympus is a mountain in Greece. Mount Olympus is a mountain known as the home of the Greek gods. It sits at 9.570 ft above sea level.
Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in Mount Olympus with partly cloudy. It feels like 60°F. Today runs from 48°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Mount Olympus is June, July and August. The climate is polar. February, November and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 59°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 11°F.
The closest major airport is Athens International Airport (ATH), about 171 mi away. Nearby highlights include Meteora, Acropolis, Athens, Acropolis of Athens and Navagio Beach.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 62°F is 5.8°F above the 56°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Mount Olympus today at 9.9/10. 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 Mount Olympus 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 | 23° | 11° | 3,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 25° | 13° | 4,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 31° | 17° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 37° | 23° | 6,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| May | 43° | 29° | 5,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 55° | 42° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 59° | 45° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 56° | 42° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 49° | 37° | 7,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 41° | 29° | 2,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 33° | 22° | 5,5 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| December | 27° | 15° | 9,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mount Olympus?
Mount Olympus is a mountain in Greece. Its coordinates are 40.0855, 22.3586. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Mount Olympus right now?
It is currently 61°F (16°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 64% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mount Olympus?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Mount Olympus, which has a polar climate. February, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Mount Olympus in?
Mount Olympus observes Europe/Athens (UTC+03:00). The local time is 12:46 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Mount Olympus?
The closest airports are Athens International Airport (ATH), 171 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Mount Olympus?
Popular options include Meteora, Acropolis, Athens, Acropolis of Athens, Navagio Beach and Mykonos.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - 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 22, 2026 at 12:46 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
