🇬🇷 Athens vs 🇺🇸 Pasadena

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Athens

scattered clouds

61°F

Scattered Clouds

Feels like 59°F

H 62°F / L 59°F

Humidity: 65%

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Pasadena

broken clouds

78°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 76°F

H 80°F / L 72°F

Humidity: 24%

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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Pasadena

Pasadena at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains has a classic Southern California climate but with mountain influence. The Rose Bowl is famous for January 1 weather that's often near-perfect. However, Santa Ana winds funnel powerfully through the mountain passes above, and summer temperatures can be significantly hotter than coastal LA.

Seasonal Comparison

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

Does Athens or Pasadena have better weather?

Athens and Pasadena have very different climates. Mediterranean — very hot dry summers, mild wet winters Pasadena: Pasadena at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains has a classic Southern California climate but with. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Athens vs Pasadena?

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

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