Athens vs Mykonos

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Mykonos edges ahead as the better destination in July. Mykonos offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Athens sees 13 sunshine hours and 2 rain days.

Athens can feel quite hot at 33°C, so plan for heat. Mykonos is also comfortable at 26°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Mykonos is the stronger choice in July.

Athens reaches an average high of 33°C (91°F) and drops to 22°C (72°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Mykonos averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 23°C (73°F) for the low, with a daily range of 3°C. There is a notable 7°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in July.

Athens receives approximately 7 mm of rainfall across 2 rain days during July. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Mykonos sees 0 mm over 0 rain days. That makes Mykonos the drier option by 2 rain days and 7 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.