Lisbon vs Athens

Lisbon and Athens are closely matched in November. 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.

Lisbon sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Athens is also comfortable at 18°C.

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

Lisbon reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 12°C (54°F) at night during November. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Athens averages 18°C (64°F) for the high and 11°C (52°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°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 November.

Lisbon receives approximately 84 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during November. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Athens sees 50 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Athens the drier option by 3 rain days and 34 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.