What is the weather like in Athens in December?

Expect temperatures between 8°C and 14°C with 21% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Athens in December?

Athens in December scores 65/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Great time to visit - recommended.

Who should visit Athens in December?

December in Athens is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Athens Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

14°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

8°C

Coolest around day 21

Rainy Days

3days

21% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in December

Aegean Sea(Αιγαίο Πέλαγος)

17.9°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

💧Refreshing

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

🏄Cool, wetsuits recommended

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

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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 December a Good Time to Visit Athens?

👍Great time to visit - recommended(65/100)

Short Answer

Ideal December conditions in Athens: 14°C comfortable highs, just 21% chance of rain. The 79% humidity feels pleasant, making this prime sightseeing season.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Seismically active region

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

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever, Leishmaniasis

Calm, family-friendly seas

0.43m wave height - Lake-like

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

64% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Exceptional dining scene

35 Michelin-listed restaurants

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💑
Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 90/100 with romantic weather conditions
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 17.9°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
👴
Elderly travelers
79% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Athens in December averages 14°C with 21% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Athens in December

What are the temperatures in Athens in December?

Daytime highs average 14°C, nights drop to 8°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Athens in December?

Expect around 3 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Athens in December?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is December peak season in Athens?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Athens Weather in December

Sea Temperature in December

Athens December Weather Calendar

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Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Yellow Fever

Is December a Good Time to Visit Athens?

Decision Factors

Good For

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