2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Athens in March

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

March is a good time to visit Athens. Athens has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 16°C, lows of 8°C, and approximately 8 rainy days per month.

Avg High

16°C

Avg Low

8°C

Rainy days

8days

Daylight

11.9h

Is March a good time to visit Athens?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:38 AM

Sunset

6:32 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 12°C 4°C 6 Good
February 14°C 7°C 7 Good
March 16°C 8°C 8 Good
April 18°C 10°C 6 Excellent (best)
May 25°C 16°C 5 Excellent (best)
June 28°C 19°C 6 Excellent (best)
July 33°C 23°C 1 Good
August 33°C 23°C 3 Good
September 30°C 20°C 2 Excellent (best)
October 25°C 16°C 3 Excellent (best)
November 18°C 10°C 4 Good
December 16°C 10°C 13 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for March

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

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Common Questions

Is March a good time to visit Athens? +

March is typically Good for visiting Athens, with average highs of 16°C and around 8 rainy days.

What should I pack for Athens in March? +

With highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Athens in March? +

Athens typically sees around 8 rainy days in March.

How many hours of daylight are there in Athens in March? +

In March, Athens gets approximately 11.9 hours of daylight per day.

Is March peak season in Athens? +

No, March is not peak season in Athens. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Athens? +

The best months to visit Athens are April, May, June, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Athens)

Last Updated: January 2026

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