Month guide · Athens · Greece
Athens in July
What July is really like in Athens: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: George E. Koronaios, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
July is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 33°C (91°F), lows of 24°C (75°F), about 1 rainy days and roughly 14.5 hours of daylight. The hottest month, with heatwaves above 38°C possible; see the ruins at opening and spend afternoons indoors or at the beach.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 33°C (91°F) / 24°C (75°F)
- Rainy days
- About 1
- Daylight
- About 14.5 hours
- Sea temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in July
July is the warmest month in Athens: days average 33°C (91°F) against a yearly average high of 23°C (73°F), and nights fall to about 24°C (75°F). Rain falls on roughly 1 of its 31 days. Compared with June (30°C (86°F)), July is warmer; by August highs stay near 33°C (91°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 06:15
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 20:47
- Daylight
- About 14.5 hours
- Sea
- 26°C (79°F)
Summer (June–August). Hot, dry and bright, with the Athens Epidaurus Festival, open-air cinemas and beach days, but heatwaves that make midday sightseeing hard.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, July rates 5 for crowds (the peak is June at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: July is one of the pricier months.
Events in July
- Athens Epidaurus Festival continues
- Open-air cinema season at its peak
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in July
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Market · Monastiraki
Monastiraki Flea Market
Go on Sunday morning for the antiques, and haggle politely at street stalls but not in fixed-price shops.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Shopping
- Free
- Food
Viewpoint · Koukaki
Philopappos Hill
Opposite the Acropolis, this pine-covered hill is topped by the marble tomb of Philopappos, a Roman-era prince, and gives the classic straight-on view of the Parthenon.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- History
- Couples
- Off the beaten path
Viewpoint · Acropolis
Areopagus Hill
Use the metal staircase rather than the ancient rock-cut steps; the marble is polished and slippery, especially after rain.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Views
- History
- Photo spot
Garden · Syntagma
National Garden
Queen Amalia's 19th-century royal garden behind the Parliament is a shaded park of about 15 hectares, with palms, ponds of turtles and ducks, a small animal enclosure and a children's library.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Nature
The sea averages 26°C (79°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Athens.
What to pack
For highs near 33°C, lows near 24°C and 1 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July a good time to visit Athens?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with 2 notable events on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, April–June and September–October are better overall. Compare every month.
Athens in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is July a good time to visit Athens?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. The hottest month, with heatwaves above 38°C possible; see the ruins at opening and spend afternoons indoors or at the beach.
+How warm is Athens in July?
Average highs are around 33°C (91°F) and lows around 24°C (75°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Athens in July?
Expect rain on about 1 days of the month, so it is usually dry.