🇬🇷 Athens vs 🇬🇧 London

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Athens

few clouds

60°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 59°F

H 62°F / L 58°F

Humidity: 66%

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London

broken clouds

53°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 51°F

H 55°F / L 52°F

Humidity: 49%

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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London

Temperate oceanic — mild, cloudy, and notoriously changeable year-round

Best monthsJune, July, August, September
AvoidNovember, December, January
Annual rain23 inches (585 mm) — spread evenly year-round

London's weather is famously mild but grey. It rarely gets very hot or very cold, but expect cloud cover most of the year. Summer (June–August) brings the best sunshine and warmth. Rain falls year-round but rarely in heavy bursts.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇬🇷 Athens🇬🇧 London
Spring

52–77°F

March–May

45–61°F

March–May

Summer

81–97°F

June–August

63–73°F

June–August

Fall

63–84°F

September–November

49–61°F

September–November

Winter

43–57°F

December–February

38–46°F

December–February

Athens vs London: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Athens or London have better weather?

Athens and London have very different climates. Mediterranean — very hot dry summers, mild wet winters London: Temperate oceanic — mild, cloudy, and notoriously changeable year-round. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Athens vs London?

Best time for Athens: April, May, October. Best time for London: June, July, August, September.

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