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Current Local Time in Greece

Current local time and time zone in Greece, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☀️ 93°F now🕔 11:43 AM local📅 Best: May, June, July, August, September and October👥 10.4 million

Current local time in Greece

11:43 AM
Friday, August 21, 2026
Time zoneEurope/Athens
UTC offsetUTC+03:00
UTC now8:43 AM
Sunrise6:45 AM
Sunset8:10 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:45 AM
Sunset8:10 PM
Daylight13h 25m
Solar noon1:27 PM
Golden hour (am)6:45 AM - 7:45 AM
Golden hour (pm)7:10 PM - 8:10 PM
Blue hour (am)6:15 AM - 6:45 AM
Blue hour (pm)8:10 PM - 8:40 PM
Moon phase🌓 First quarter · 54%
Moonrise3:45 PM
Moonset12:15 AM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Greece

TypeCountry
ContinentEurope
ContinentEurope
Coordinates37°59′1.7″N 23°43′39″E (37.9838, 23.7275)
CapitalAthens
Population10.400.000
Area50.949 sq mi
ISO codeGR
ISO 3166-1 alpha-3GRC
CurrencyEuro (EUR)
LanguagesGreek
Calling code+30
Time zoneEurope/Athens
Local time11:43 AM (UTC+03:00)
Best monthsMay, June, July, August, September and October
ClimateMediterranean

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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 93°F (34°C) in Greece with clear sky. It feels like 95°F. Today runs from 75°F to 97°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.

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 slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 97°F is 4.7°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.

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Coordinates: 37°59′1.7″N 23°43′39″E (37.9838, 23.7275)

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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 93°F (34°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 27% and wind is 4 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 11:43 AM.

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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 21, 2026 at 11:43 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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