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Humid and Clear
Feels Like: 15°
Min: 19°
Max: 32°
The next few hours will be clear, with today reaching 32°C and dropping to 13°C. The coming days will be mostly cloudy
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19:28
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13:04
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21:38
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Weather in Athens today, September 16, 2026
Athens starts September 16, 2026 under largely sunny skies, with bright spells setting the tone from the outset. Outdoor plans should enjoy long stretches of open sky as the day unfolds. The morning sky stays heavily clouded, with cover near 100% around 09:00. Grey conditions set the early tone before any later change.
Expect highs of 32°C and cooler readings close to 19°C. Relative humidity sits between 30% and 96%, reaching its peak around 04:00. A lighter breeze peaks around 19:00 near 8.5 km/h.
Through the afternoon skies look more workable, with cloud near 42% around 23:00. Later outdoor plans have a clearer window than the morning may have suggested. Visibility stays generally good near 15.3 km on average, though it can drop toward 13.6 km in thicker cloud or showers. Daylight runs from 07:16 to 19:28, lasting 12 hours 11 minutes of sunlight today.
The practical takeaway for Athens is a bright September 16, 2026, ideal for outdoor errands before temperatures ease from about 32°C.
Frequently asked questions about weather in Athens
How warm does it get in Athens?
The warmest month in Athens is July, with average high temperatures of 30°C. The average temperature during this period is around 25°C.
How cold does it get in Athens?
The coldest month in Athens is January, with average low temperatures of -3°C. The average temperature during this period is around 1°C.
What is the wettest time of year in Athens?
The wettest month in Athens is May, with an average of 144mm of precipitation.
What is the driest time of year in Athens?
The driest month in Athens is November, with an average of 80mm of precipitation.
