What to pack for Athens in April
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 62%; max daily wind around 17 km/h.
How April compares
Best months in Athens: April–May & September–November. See the full best time to visit Athens guide.
Athens in April: the details
In April, Athens sees average daytime highs of 20°C (67°F) and overnight lows of 11°C (52°F). Rainfall totals roughly 40 mm across 6 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.9 hours per day with 13 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 62%.
In context: April is the 7th-warmest month and the 6th-wettest in Athens. The sunniest month is June (13.6 h/day).
| Metric | April average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 20°C / 67°F |
| Overnight low | 11°C / 52°F |
| Rainfall | 40 mm over 6 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.9 h/day (13 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 62% |
| Travel score | 10.0 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Athens, Greece (37.98, 23.73) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Athens in April?
Daytime highs in Athens in April average 20°C (67°F); nights drop to about 11°C.
Does it rain in Athens in April?
Expect around 6 rainy days and 40 mm of rainfall in April.
Is April a good time to visit Athens?
April is one of the best months to visit Athens. Overall travel score: 10.0/10. The best months are April–May & September–November.
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