Mykonos vs Athens

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Mykonos edges ahead as the better destination in April. Mykonos offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 4 rain days, while Athens sees 11 sunshine hours and 6 rain days.

Mykonos sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Athens is also comfortable at 20°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Mykonos is the stronger choice in April.

Mykonos reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 3°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Athens averages 20°C (68°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Mykonos receives approximately 21 mm of rainfall across 4 rain days during April. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Athens sees 28 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Mykonos the drier option by 2 rain days and 7 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.