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Athens in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Athens in November will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Athens, based on historical data.
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November

Weather in Athens in November 2024

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Fresh water
Planning a trip to Athens in November? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +18°C and approximately 9 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 8 rainy days and 86 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+18°C
Avg. max. temperature
+2°C
Min.
+28°C
Max.
86 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Athens has good weather in November.

Average temperature in Athens in November

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Athens for November based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +27°C during the day to a minimum of +6°C during the night, the temperature in November averages around +22°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +27°C to +20°C.

Is Athens warm or cold in November?

Athens is typically mild in November.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +23°C to +18°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +16°C to +12°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how November is compared to other months in Athens:

Water temperature in Athens in November

Water in Athens in November is Fresh. It varies from +17°C to +21°C, with an average of +19°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +18°C.

In November, 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 +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +15°C.

Can you swim in Athens in November?

Water temperature (+19°C) in Athens in November might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°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 November

Athens weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+23°C+18°C+14°C
Min. temperature
+6°C+2°C-2°C
Max. temperature
+34°C+28°C+22°C
Rainfall
61 mm86 mm114 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+22°C+19°C+17°C
Humidity
62%69%70%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1016 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
1497
Cloudy days
81010
Rainy days
6811
Snowy days
000

November weather is still as good as in October. It’s getting colder in November. From +23°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +18°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 61 mm to 86 mm. Humidity rises from 62% to 69%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during November, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 14 sunny days in October to 9 in November.

Next month (December) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Athens in November 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 increasing during November, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Athens based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 53% chance of rain on an average day in November, with total rainfall of approximately 148 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 38 mm, which is moderate rain. November is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
November 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 November in Athens?

This is the weather in Athens in November 2023:
1 November
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+27°C
2 November
☀️
+25°C
3 November
☀️
+25°C
4 November
☀️
+27°C
5 November
☀️
+24°C
6 November
☀️
+26°C
7 November
☀️
+26°C
8 November
☀️
+24°C
9 November
☁️
+22°C
10 November
☁️
+20°C
11 November
☀️
+24°C
12 November
☀️
+22°C
13 November
☀️
+22°C
14 November
☀️
+22°C
15 November
☀️
+23°C
16 November
☀️
+21°C
17 November
☀️
+22°C
18 November
☀️
+19°C
19 November
☀️
+15°C
20 November
☀️
+19°C
21 November
☀️
+20°C
22 November
☁️
+21°C
23 November
🌧️
+22°C
24 November
☁️
+21°C
25 November
☁️
+20°C
26 November
☁️
+13°C
27 November
☀️
+14°C
28 November
☁️
+19°C
29 November
☀️
+21°C
30 November
☀️
+20°C
In November 2023 Athens had 22 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +22°C, with an absolute maximum of +27°C and a minimum of +13°C. The average humidity was 70%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 39%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 18 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Athens climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Athens in November has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+20°C) and the highest in 2023 (+23°C). 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 November:

Is November a good time to visit Athens?

November is a really good time to go to Athens. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Athens.

Can you sunbathe in Athens in November?

November 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 November?

In general, you can swim in Athens in November, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +19°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Athens rainy in November?

Athens is often rainy in November. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Athens in November?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Athens in November, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Greece

Check out the weather for other cities in Greece.

Monthly weather in Athens

Source of the data

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.