Greece Weather Forecast
Greece weather: 92°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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).
Best time to visit Greece
Go in May, June, July, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Recent extremes in Greece
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Greece compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Greece.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Macedonia | 303 mi | 58°F | 40°F cooler | 19 in |
| Albania | 311 mi | 62°F | 36°F cooler | 56 in |
| Bulgaria | 326 mi | 54°F | 44°F cooler | 23 in |
| Blue Mosque | 349 mi | 61°F | 37°F cooler | 30 in |
| Istanbul | 349 mi | 61°F | 37°F cooler | 30 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 92°F (33°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 30% 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 11:40 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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 11:40 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
