What is the weather like in Athens in August?

Expect temperatures between 23°C and 33°C with 3% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Athens in August?

Athens in August scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Decent conditions for most activities.

Who should visit Athens in August?

August in Athens is ideal for: Beach lovers, Photographers, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Athens Weather in August | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

33°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

23°C

Coolest around day 30

Rainy Days

0days

3% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Summer season

Sea Temperature in August

Aegean Sea(Αιγαίο Πέλαγος)

27.4°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🌴Tropical

Perfect for swimming and water sports

Swim Rating

✅Excellent for swimming

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Aegean Sea

Αιγαίο Πέλαγος

Athens coastline

Essential Travel Info for Athens

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Greek

Driving

Right side

Connect

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.838

Travel Intelligence

Exclusive flight analytics & health data for Athens

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Major Hub

92/ 100

Traffic Index

Extremely busy airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

Jan

Monthly Traffic Distribution

261

Jan

312

Feb

327

Mar

404

Apr

433

May

767

Jun

788

Jul

838

Aug

798

Sep

457

Oct

516

Nov

535

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Greece. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Greece.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Greece.If rabies exposures occur while in Greece, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is August a Good Time to Visit Athens?

👌Decent conditions for most activities(64/100)

Short Answer

August offers scorching but dry heat in Athens: 33°C highs with just 3% rain probability. Desert conditions mean comfortable evenings but challenging midday hours.

Decision Factors

Very hot conditions

33°C average highs - limit midday exposure

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Warm tropical seas

27.4°C sea temperature - Tropical Bath

Seismically active region

12 earthquakes recorded in this month (30-year data)

Peak tourist season

100% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Excellent dry conditions

Only 3% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Good For

🏖️
Beach lovers
27.4°C warm seas and 3% rain probability
📸
Photographers
12.6h sunshine, 92% clear skies for golden hour shots
💑
Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 99/100 with romantic weather conditions
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
👴
Elderly travelers
Heat index of 36°C poses health risks
🌡️
Heat-sensitive visitors
36°C feels-like temperature creates discomfort

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Athens in August averages 33°C with 3% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Athens in August

What are the temperatures in Athens in August?

Daytime highs average 33°C, nights drop to 23°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Athens in August?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Athens in August?

Light, breathable fabrics. Don't forget sunglasses and a hat.

Is August peak season in Athens?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Athens Weather in August

Sea Temperature in August

Athens August Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Athens

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Flight Connectivity Analysis

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is August a Good Time to Visit Athens?

Decision Factors

Good For

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