🇳🇱 Amsterdam vs Athens 🇬🇷

Amsterdam, Netherlands vs Athens, Greece — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Athens is the warmer of the two — about 8 degrees warmer on average across the year. Athens is drier, with roughly 96 fewer rainy days a year.

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Climate at a glance

🇳🇱 Amsterdam🇬🇷 Athens
Avg annual high
14°C
22°C
Hottest month
July · 22°C
July · 33°C
Coldest monthJanuary (1°C low)January (7°C low)
Rainy days / year
152
56
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Best months to visitJune, July, AugustApril, May, October

🇳🇱 Amsterdam

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (22°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).

🇬🇷 Athens

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (33°C), coldest lows in January (7°C).

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Frequently asked questions

Is Amsterdam or Athens warmer?

Athens is warmer overall, averaging about 8 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Amsterdam or Athens?

Amsterdam is rainier — Athens sees about 96 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Amsterdam vs Athens?

Amsterdam is best around June, July, August; Athens is best around April, May, October.

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