At a glance
| Metric | Ankara | Athens |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 32°C | 34°C |
| Coldest month low | -2°C | 6°C |
| Annual rainfall | 423 mm | 535 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 10 h/day | 10.4 h/day |
| Best months | April & June & September–October | April–May & September–November |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Ankara | Athens | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2.2 · Challenging | 6.2 · Fair | Athens |
| February | 4.5 · Poor | 7.3 · Good | Athens |
| March | 5.2 · Fair | 8.6 · Excellent | Athens |
| April | 9.3 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Athens |
| May | 9.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Athens |
| June | 9.3 · Excellent | 7.8 · Good | Ankara |
| July | 7.8 · Good | 5.7 · Fair | Ankara |
| August | 7.0 · Good | 5.8 · Fair | Ankara |
| September | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.6 · Excellent | Ankara |
| October | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| November | 7.8 · Good | 9.5 · Excellent | Athens |
| December | 4.1 · Poor | 7.0 · Good | Athens |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Ankara or Athens?
Athens has the better travel weather in 7 of 12 months, versus 4 for Ankara — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Ankara?
The best months to visit Ankara are April & June & September–October, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Athens?
The best months to visit Athens are April–May & September–November, based on six years of climate data.
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