🇬🇧 London vs 🇬🇷 Athens

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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London

broken clouds

57°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 55°F

H 58°F / L 56°F

Humidity: 68%

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Athens

broken clouds

61°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 59°F

H 62°F / L 59°F

Humidity: 63%

Climate Overview

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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.

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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.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇬🇧 London🇬🇷 Athens
Spring

45–61°F

March–May

52–77°F

March–May

Summer

63–73°F

June–August

81–97°F

June–August

Fall

49–61°F

September–November

63–84°F

September–November

Winter

38–46°F

December–February

43–57°F

December–February

London vs Athens: Frequently Asked Questions

Does London or Athens have better weather?

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

When is the best time to visit London vs Athens?

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

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