🇬🇷 Athens vs 🇪🇸 Madrid

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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Madrid

broken clouds

61°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 59°F

H 61°F / L 61°F

Humidity: 47%

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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Madrid

Hot semi-arid — very hot dry summers, cold winters, minimal rainfall

Best monthsApril, May, October, November
AvoidJuly, August (extreme heat)
Annual rain15 inches (374 mm)

Madrid sits on the Castilian plateau at 2,100 feet (640m), giving it more extreme temperatures than coastal Spanish cities. Summers are scorching and dry (one of Europe's hottest capitals); winters are cold and crisp. Spring and fall are ideal.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇬🇷 Athens🇪🇸 Madrid
Spring

52–77°F

March–May

46–70°F

March–May

Summer

81–97°F

June–August

79–96°F

June–August

Fall

63–84°F

September–November

55–73°F

September–November

Winter

43–57°F

December–February

36–50°F

December–February

Athens vs Madrid: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Athens or Madrid have better weather?

Athens and Madrid have very different climates. Mediterranean — very hot dry summers, mild wet winters Madrid: Hot semi-arid — very hot dry summers, cold winters, minimal rainfall. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Athens vs Madrid?

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

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