🇬🇷 Athens vs 🇺🇸 Newark

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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Newark

moderate rain

55°F

Moderate Rain

Feels like 55°F

H 57°F / L 52°F

Humidity: 94%

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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Newark

Newark is New Jersey's largest city, directly west of Manhattan. The city has an intense urban heat island effect made worse by its industrial legacy and significant impervious surfaces. Newark Airport is one of the nation's busiest, and the Passaic River and Newark Bay provide some maritime influence. The city has significant heat vulnerability in its dense residential neighborhoods.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇬🇷 Athens🇺🇸 Newark
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 Newark: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Athens or Newark have better weather?

Athens and Newark have very different climates. Mediterranean — very hot dry summers, mild wet winters Newark: Newark is New Jersey's largest city, directly west of Manhattan. The city has an intense urban heat . The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Athens vs Newark?

Best time for Athens: April, May, October. Best time for Newark: spring and fall.

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