December could be a good time to visit Athens, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +57°F, and there are typically 7 sunny days in December. However, expect about 11 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 114 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
December is usually the wettest month of the year in Athens;
Average weather
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+57°F
Avg. max. temperature
+28°F
Min.
+72°F
Max.
114 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Athens has OK weather in December.
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Average temperature in Athens in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Athens for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in December is +63°F with a maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +46°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 29% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +70°F to +63°F.
Is Athens warm or cold in December?
Athens is typically mild in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +64°F to +57°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +54°F to +46°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
December is one of the coolest months in Athens, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Athens in December
Water in Athens in December is Fresh. It varies from +59°F to +65°F, with an average of +62°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +57°F.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Athens are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +79°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +59°F.
Can you swim in Athens in December?
Water temperature (+62°F) in Athens in December might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Athens in December
Athens weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+64°F
+57°F
+55°F
Min. temperature
+36°F
+28°F
+27°F
Max. temperature
+82°F
+72°F
+73°F
Rainfall
86 mm
114 mm
106 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+66°F
+62°F
+60°F
Humidity
69%
70%
69%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1017 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
9
7
8
Cloudy days
10
10
10
Rainy days
8
11
11
Snowy days
0
0
0
December typically has worse weather conditions compared to November.It’s getting colder in December. From +64°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +57°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 86 mm to 114 mm.Humidity rises from 69% to 70%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 9 sunny days in November to 7 in December.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in January as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Athens in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Athens is gradually decreasing during December, going from 3 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Athens based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in December is about 279 mm, with a 42% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 80 mm, which is considered heavy rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
December is one of the rainiest months in Athens, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Athens wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 114 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 6 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Athens?
This is the weather in Athens in December 2023:
1 December
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+69°F
2 December
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+68°F
3 December
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+71°F
4 December
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+65°F
5 December
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+64°F
6 December
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+64°F
7 December
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+62°F
8 December
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+55°F
9 December
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+53°F
10 December
☀️
+57°F
11 December
🌧️
+60°F
12 December
☀️
+66°F
13 December
☀️
+65°F
14 December
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+68°F
15 December
☁️
+69°F
16 December
🌧️
+61°F
17 December
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+51°F
18 December
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+57°F
19 December
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+66°F
20 December
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+60°F
21 December
🌧️
+59°F
22 December
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+60°F
23 December
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+66°F
24 December
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+67°F
25 December
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+66°F
26 December
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+65°F
27 December
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+66°F
28 December
☀️
+65°F
29 December
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+63°F
30 December
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+61°F
31 December
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+62°F
In December 2023 Athens had 19 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +63°F, with an absolute maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +50°F. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 45%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Athens climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Athens in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+68°F) and the highest in 2023 (+74°F). The driest year was 2000 with only 170 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 5004 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Athens in December:
Is December a good time to visit Athens?
It’s always a good time to visit Athens, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Athens in December?
December has mild temperatures in Athens. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Athens in December?
In general, you can swim in Athens in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +62°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Athens rainy in December?
Athens is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Athens in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Athens in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Athens, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
