🇬🇷 Athens vs 🇵🇭 Manila

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Athens

scattered clouds

61°F

Scattered Clouds

Feels like 60°F

H 62°F / L 59°F

Humidity: 65%

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Manila

few clouds

82°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 87°F

H 82°F / L 81°F

Humidity: 73%

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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Manila

Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, dramatic typhoon season

Best monthsNovember, December, January, February
AvoidAugust, September, October (peak typhoon season)
Annual rain83 inches (2,100 mm)

Manila is one of the world's most typhoon-prone cities, experiencing an average of 20 typhoons per year in the Philippines (8–9 making direct landfall). The dry season (November–April) is the safest and most comfortable window.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇬🇷 Athens🇵🇭 Manila
Spring

52–77°F

March–May

Summer

81–97°F

June–August

Fall

63–84°F

September–November

Winter

43–57°F

December–February

Athens vs Manila: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Athens or Manila have better weather?

Athens and Manila have very different climates. Mediterranean — very hot dry summers, mild wet winters Manila: Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, dramatic typhoon season. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Athens vs Manila?

Best time for Athens: April, May, October. Best time for Manila: November, December, January, February.

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