Climate normals · 1970–2000
Athens Climate
Athens is a city in United States (GA) with a population of about 127,315. Its average annual temperature is 16.6°C (62°F), with roughly 1265 mm of rain per year.
16.6°C
Avg Temp
1265
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Athens Climate
Athens has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C (62°F) and receives about 1265 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.6°C
Avg Temp
1265
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 6° / 43° | 125 mm |
| February | 8° / 47° | 114 mm |
| March | 12° / 54° | 140 mm |
| April | 16° / 62° | 102 mm |
| May | 21° / 69° | 107 mm |
| June | 25° / 76° | 99 mm |
| July | 27° / 80° | 119 mm |
| August | 26° / 79° | 95 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 84 mm |
| October | 17° / 62° | 84 mm |
| November | 12° / 53° | 92 mm |
| December | 8° / 46° | 104 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Athens
The most comfortable months to visit Athens are typically May, September and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 0°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Athens are typically May, September and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Athens, United States has an average annual temperature of 16.6°C and about 1265 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January.
In July, the hottest month, daily highs in Athens average about 33°C (91°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.