Athens · April
Run in the morning.
Cool month: average high 68°F, low 52°F. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
Avg high / low
68° / 52°F
Humidity
63%
Rain days
8/mo
Wind
10 mph
What April feels like in Athens
Sunrise
06:49
Mid-month average
Sunset
20:01
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Athens in April
The kit for April in Athens: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
April vs the surrounding months
vs March
+8° avg high
-3 rain days
Athens in March →
April
68°F avg high
8 rain days
Best: morning
vs May
-9° avg high
0 rain days
Athens in May →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Athens in April?+
Morning. Cool, runnable conditions throughout — morning still has the steadiest air and lightest wind.
What's the average temperature in Athens in April?+
Average high 68°F, average low 52°F.
How does April compare to surrounding months in Athens?+
Compared to March (avg high 60°F), April is warmer. Compared to May (avg high 77°F), April is cooler.
Does it rain often in Athens in April?+
Expect about 8 measurable rain days in April, on average.