Athens in August
One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. The best months for Athens are May, August, September and October. In August, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; very little rain.
Weather and what to pack
In August, Athens is typically warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; very little rain. Average temperatures sit around 28°C with about 3mm of rain across the month.
Things to do in Athens in August
Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.
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Athens in August: FAQ
Is August a good time to visit Athens?+
One of the best times to go, but also one of the busiest. Athens's best months are generally May, August, September and October.
What is the weather like in Athens in August?+
Expect average temperatures around 28°C. Rainfall averages about 3mm for the month. In short, warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; very little rain.
What should I pack for Athens in August?+
Based on the typical August weather: warm and pleasant, summer clothes with a light layer for evenings; very little rain.
What is there to do in Athens in August?+
Popular things to do include Omonoia, Athens, Achaemenid destruction of Athens, Omonia metro station and Omonoia Square. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.