Athens vs Lisbon

Athens and Lisbon are closely matched in January. 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 12°C, requiring warmer clothing. Lisbon is cooler at 14°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Athens is the stronger choice in January. Lisbon receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Athens reaches an average high of 12°C (54°F) and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Lisbon averages 14°C (57°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Athens receives approximately 55 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Lisbon sees 69 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Athens the drier option by 1 rain day and 14 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.