Athens vs Lisbon

Athens and Lisbon are closely matched in December. 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. Lisbon is cooler at 14°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Athens is the stronger choice in December. Lisbon 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 7°C (45°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Lisbon averages 14°C (57°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°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 December.

Athens receives approximately 64 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Lisbon sees 79 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Athens the drier option by 1 rain day and 15 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.