UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Athens, Greece 
will be up to 8.5, indicating a very high level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-06-01
With a UV index of 8.5 in Athens, it's crucial to safeguard your skin from harmful UV rays. Protect yourself by minimizing sun exposure, wearing protective clothing, and applying SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours.
Athens has a high UV index during summer, often reaching 9 to 11, which is very strong. In spring and fall, the UV index is moderate, around 5 to 7. Winter UV levels are low, usually between 1 and 3.
Athens experiences hot, dry summers with temperatures often above 30°C (86°F). Winters are mild and wetter, with temperatures rarely dropping below 5°C (41°F). Spring and autumn are warm and pleasant with occasional rain.
Compared to other Greek cities, Athens is warmer and drier. It gets more sunshine than northern Greece. Neighboring countries like Italy and Turkey have similar Mediterranean climates but can be cooler and wetter in their northern parts.
See the UV index hour by hour for Athens, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.