Athens vs Mykonos

Athens and Mykonos are closely matched in March. 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 sits in the comfortable travel range at 22°C. Mykonos is also comfortable at 15°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Athens is the stronger choice in March. Mykonos receives 6 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Athens reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Mykonos averages 15°C (59°F) for the high and 12°C (54°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 March.

Athens receives approximately 45 mm of rainfall across 4 rain days during March. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Mykonos sees 45 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Athens the drier option by 3 rain days and 0 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.