🇬🇷 Athens vs Paris 🇫🇷
Athens, Greece vs Paris, France — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Athens is the warmer of the two — about 6 degrees warmer on average across the year. Athens is drier, with roughly 58 fewer rainy days a year.
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Climate at a glance
| 🇬🇷 Athens | 🇫🇷 Paris | |
|---|---|---|
| Avg annual high | 22°C | 16°C |
| Hottest month | July · 33°C | July · 25°C |
| Coldest month | January (7°C low) | January (2°C low) |
| Rainy days / year | 56 | 114 |
| Snow | Rare | Yes |
| Best months to visit | April, May, October | May, June, September |
🇬🇷 Athens
Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (33°C), coldest lows in January (7°C).
🇫🇷 Paris
Best around May, June, September. Hottest in July (25°C), coldest lows in January (2°C).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Athens or Paris warmer?
Athens is warmer overall, averaging about 6 degrees higher across the year.
Which is rainier, Athens or Paris?
Paris is rainier — Athens sees about 58 fewer rainy days per year.
When is the best time to visit Athens vs Paris?
Athens is best around April, May, October; Paris is best around May, June, September.
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