🇬🇷 Athens vs 🇵🇹 Lisbon

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Athens

few clouds

59°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 57°F

H 61°F / L 56°F

Humidity: 63%

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Lisbon

clear sky

73°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 72°F

H 74°F / L 70°F

Humidity: 39%

Climate Overview

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Athens

Mediterranean — very hot dry summers, mild wet winters

Best monthsApril, May, October
AvoidJuly, August (extreme heat and crowds)
Annual rain15 inches (375 mm) — mostly November–March

Athens has a classic Mediterranean climate but is notably hotter and drier than coastal Greek islands due to its inland location in the Attica basin surrounded by mountains. Summers are among the hottest in Europe; winters are mild and pleasant.

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Lisbon

Mediterranean — hot dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine

Best monthsApril, May, October, November
AvoidJuly, August (extreme heat and crowds)
Annual rain27 inches (686 mm) — mostly November–March

Lisbon is one of Europe's sunniest capitals with 2,800+ hours of sunshine annually. Summers are hot and dry; winters are mild. The Atlantic coast provides cooling breezes. The 2017–2024 tourism boom makes summer extremely crowded.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇬🇷 Athens🇵🇹 Lisbon
Spring

52–77°F

March–May

55–70°F

March–May

Summer

81–97°F

June–August

73–86°F

June–August

Fall

63–84°F

September–November

61–79°F

September–November

Winter

43–57°F

December–February

48–59°F

December–February

Athens vs Lisbon: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Athens or Lisbon have better weather?

Athens and Lisbon have very different climates. Mediterranean — very hot dry summers, mild wet winters Lisbon: Mediterranean — hot dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Athens vs Lisbon?

Best time for Athens: April, May, October. Best time for Lisbon: April, May, October, November.

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