April · Greece
Best time to visit Athens in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Athens in April
Average temperature 16°C, 18 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 68% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
9.9/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 16°C
- Rainfall
- 18 mm
- Humidity
- 68%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Athens scores 9.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 16°C, 18 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Athens shines Apr–Jun: cool 18–25°C mornings on the Acropolis, light crowds before 9am, taverna evenings in Plaka.
April in Athens — one of the year's strongest windows (2nd)
April averages 16°C (61°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Expect 18 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13 daylight hours.
A 9.9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Athens (2nd of 12); only May scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Athens in April?
- In April, Athens averages 16°C, 18 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.9/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Athens?
- April earns a 9.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Athens in April?
- Expect about 18 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 68% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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