Temperature
Hot by day, mild at night.
87°Ftypical Aug high
Typical range
Athens
United States · North America
Athens is most comfortable in spring and autumn. Summers are hot and winters are cool. Rain is frequent in most months.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
37°F to 89°F
Rain
10 days/mo
Sunshine
9.1 h/day
Humidity feel
Sometimes humid
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
Recurring showers across the month.
42%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Cloudier spells limit sunshine.
10.9 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Hot afternoons occur, with humid air through much of the month.
82%Aug share of humid air hours
Easy airWarm airHot airHumid airVery humid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 91° and nights feel near 77°.
FreezingVery coldColdCoolComfortableWarmHotNight shading
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Partly cloudy across the month.
42%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 87°F, easing to about 82°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning76°F
Feels 80°F
Rain16%
Cloud58%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityLow
Best windowMidday85°F
Feels 90°F
Rain25%
Cloud60%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon87°F
Feels 91°F
Rain23%
Cloud60%
Humid airHigh
Sun intensityStrong
Early evening82°F
Feels 87°F
Rain23%
Cloud62%
Humid airVery high
Sun intensityLow
Wind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
4 mphAug Calm
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jun 11, 2026
Data & methodology