Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for February
| Metric | Athens | Mykonos | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 13°C (55°F) | 13°C (55°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 6°C (43°F) | 10°C (50°F)▲ | Mykonos |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 7 days▲ | 9 days | Athens |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 48 mm▲ | 64 mm | Athens |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 8h/day | 9h/day▲ | Mykonos |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1▲ | 2 | Athens |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 16 km/h▲ | 38 km/h | Athens |
Athens and Mykonos are closely matched in February. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Athens is on the cooler side at 13°C, requiring warmer clothing. Mykonos is cooler at 13°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Athens is the stronger choice in February. Mykonos receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Athens reaches an average high of 13°C (55°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Mykonos averages 13°C (55°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 3°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.
Athens receives approximately 48 mm of rainfall across 7 rain days during February. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Mykonos sees 64 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Athens the drier option by 2 rain days and 16 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 13°C, lows of 6°C, 7 rain days
Highs of 13°C, lows of 10°C, 9 rain days
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, a packable rain jacket, an umbrella. These items are useful in either destination during February.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. February is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Athens | Mykonos | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 12°C | 8d | 13°C | 11d |
| Feb | 13°C | 7d | 13°C | 9d |
| Mar | 16°C | 7d | 15°C | 7d |
| Apr | 20°C | 6d | 17°C | 4d |
| May | 25°C | 5d | 20°C | 2d |
| Jun | 30°C | 3d | 24°C | 0d |
| Jul | 33°C | 2d | 26°C | 0d |
| Aug | 33°C | 1d | 26°C | 0d |
| Sep | 28°C | 3d | 24°C | 1d |
| Oct | 23°C | 4d | 21°C | 4d |
| Nov | 18°C | 7d | 18°C | 6d |
| Dec | 13°C | 8d | 14°C | 10d |
Athens Weather in February
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