Lisbon vs Athens

Lisbon and Athens are closely matched in October. 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 21°C. Athens is also comfortable at 19°C.

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

Lisbon reaches an average high of 21°C (70°F) and drops to 16°C (61°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Athens averages 19°C (66°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°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 October.

Lisbon receives approximately 78 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Athens sees 62 mm over 5 rain days. That makes Athens the drier option by 4 rain days and 16 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.