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- Weather in January
- Weather in February
- Weather in March
- Weather in April
- Weather in May
- Weather in June
- Weather in July
- Weather in August
- Weather in September
- Weather in October
- Weather in November
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature
- Average pressure
- Average wind speed
- Average humidity
- Average rainfall
- Average rainfall days
- Average snowfall
- Average snowfall days
- Average daylight
- Average sunshine
- Average sunshine days
- Average UV index
- Average cloud cover
- Average visibility
Weather in January
January, the same as December, is an icy winter month in Athens, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C). January, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C). Weather in January »
Weather in February
February, the last month of the winter in Athens, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.6°F (3.1°C) and min 24.4°F (-4.2°C). February brings a marginal elevation to a still icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) from January's 33.1°F (0.6°C) in Athens's average high-temperatures. Weather in February »
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Athens, is a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and an average low of 35.4°F (1.9°C). With the beginning of March, Athens's average high-temperature sees an increase, transitioning from an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C) in February to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Weather in March »
Weather in April
April is an enjoyable spring month in Athens, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46°F (7.8°C) and 63°F (17.2°C). The arrival of April brings an increase in high-temperatures, moving from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in March to an enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C). Weather in April »
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Athens, is a pleasant month, with an average temperature varying between 72.9°F (22.7°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C). The arrival of May brings a change in Athens's weather, with average high-temperatures moving from April's comfortable 63°F (17.2°C) to an agreeable 72.9°F (22.7°C). Weather in May »
Weather in June
The first month of the summer, June, is a warm month in Athens, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.4°F (18°C) and 81°F (27.2°C). With the onset of June, Athens's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from May's pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C) to a moderately hot 81°F (27.2°C). Weather in June »
Weather in July
July, like June, in Athens, Illinois, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature varying between 66°F (18.9°C) and 82.8°F (28.2°C). July, with an average high of 82.8°F (28.2°C) and a low of 66°F (18.9°C), signifies the warmest month of the year. For July, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Weather in July »
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Athens, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 64°F (17.8°C) and 82°F (27.8°C). Athens's August reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 82°F (27.8°C), exhibiting a minor difference from July. Weather in August »
Weather in September
The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in Athens, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 58.5°F (14.7°C) and 77.4°F (25.2°C). The onset of September brings with it an average high-temperature of a still warm 77.4°F (25.2°C), showing a negligible variation from the month before. Weather in September »
Weather in October
October, like September, in Athens, Illinois, is another enjoyable autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 63.9°F (17.7°C) and 47.8°F (8.8°C). The commencement of October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from September's warm 77.4°F (25.2°C) to an enjoyable 63.9°F (17.7°C). Weather in October »
Weather in November
The last month of the autumn, November, is also a fresh month in Athens, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 50°F (10°C) and min 36°F (2.2°C). Athens experiences a temperature shift at the start of November, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a refreshing 63.9°F (17.7°C) in October to a fresh 50°F (10°C). Weather in November »
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Athens, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average high of 38.5°F (3.6°C). A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). Weather in December »
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
What time of the year is the coldest in Athens?
The coldest temperatures in Athens occur during January, when averages reach a peak of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).
What is the driest month in Athens?
January is the month with the least rainfall in Athens, Illinois. Rain falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in Athens?
Throughout the year, there are 132.4 rainfall days, and 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it snow in Athens?
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall.
When does it snow the most in Athens?
The month with the most snowfall in Athens, Illinois, is January, when snow falls for 7.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.
How many days does it snow in Athens?
In Athens, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.3 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Athens?
The month with the least sunshine in Athens, Illinois, is January, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Athens?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Athens?
On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.
What is the rainiest month in Athens?
May is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.
When it does not snow in Athens?
May through October are months without snowfall.
When are the longest days in Athens?
With an average of 15h and 0min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year in Athens, Illinois.
What month has the most sunshine in Athens?
The month with the most sunshine in Athens, Illinois, is June, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Athens?
The months with the highest UV index in Athens, Illinois, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What part of the year is the hottest in Athens?
In Athens, July records the average highest temperatures, peaking at 82.8°F (28.2°C) and reaching a low of 66°F (18.9°C).
What is the most humid month in Athens?
The most humid month in Athens, Illinois, is July, with an average relative humidity of 84%.
What is the least humid month in Athens?
The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 70%.
What is the month with the shortest days in Athens?
December has the shortest days of the year in Athens, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
Average temperature
Athens, IL
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).
Average pressure
Athens, IL
- Average pressure in January:
30.15"Hg - Average pressure in February:
30.12"Hg - Average pressure in March:
30.08"Hg - Average pressure in April:
29.94"Hg - Average pressure in May:
29.95"Hg - Average pressure in June:
29.91"Hg
- Average pressure in July:
29.97"Hg - Average pressure in August:
29.97"Hg - Average pressure in September:
30.03"Hg - Average pressure in October:
30.02"Hg - Average pressure in November:
30.11"Hg - Average pressure in December:
30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed
Athens, IL
- Average wind speed in January:
10.4mph - Average wind speed in February:
10.3mph - Average wind speed in March:
10.1mph - Average wind speed in April:
10.4mph - Average wind speed in May:
8.6mph - Average wind speed in June:
7.4mph
- Average wind speed in July:
6.3mph - Average wind speed in August:
6.2mph - Average wind speed in September:
7.1mph - Average wind speed in October:
9.1mph - Average wind speed in November:
9.9mph - Average wind speed in December:
9.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity
Athens, IL
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall
Athens, IL
- Average rainfall in January:
1.06" - Average rainfall in February:
1.14" - Average rainfall in March:
1.65" - Average rainfall in April:
2.36" - Average rainfall in May:
2.83" - Average rainfall in June:
2.64"
- Average rainfall in July:
2.01" - Average rainfall in August:
1.85" - Average rainfall in September:
2.09" - Average rainfall in October:
1.81" - Average rainfall in November:
1.34" - Average rainfall in December:
1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days
Athens, IL
- Average rainfall days in January:
5.8 days - Average rainfall days in February:
5.6 days - Average rainfall days in March:
12.7 days - Average rainfall days in April:
13.5 days - Average rainfall days in May:
17 days - Average rainfall days in June:
15.2 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
14.9 days - Average rainfall days in August:
12.9 days - Average rainfall days in September:
10.2 days - Average rainfall days in October:
10.2 days - Average rainfall days in November:
7.5 days - Average rainfall days in December:
6.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).
Average snowfall
Athens, IL
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days
Athens, IL
- Average snowfall days in January:
7.9 days - Average snowfall days in February:
5.7 days - Average snowfall days in March:
2.8 days - Average snowfall days in April:
0.3 days - Average snowfall days in May:
0 days - Average snowfall days in June:
0 days
- Average snowfall days in July:
0 days - Average snowfall days in August:
0 days - Average snowfall days in September:
0 days - Average snowfall days in October:
0.2 days - Average snowfall days in November:
1.5 days - Average snowfall days in December:
4.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Athens, IL
- Average daylight in January:
9h and 4min - Average daylight in February:
10h and 4min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 2min - Average daylight in May:
14h and 2min - Average daylight in June:
15h and 0min
- Average daylight in July:
14h and 4min - Average daylight in August:
13h and 4min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 2min - Average daylight in October:
11h and 1min - Average daylight in November:
10h and 0min - Average daylight in December:
9h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in January:
4h and 1min - Average sunshine in February:
4h and 2min - Average sunshine in March:
6h and 3min - Average sunshine in April:
8h and 1min - Average sunshine in May:
9h and 1min - Average sunshine in June:
10h and 2min
- Average sunshine in July:
10h and 0min - Average sunshine in August:
9h and 5min - Average sunshine in September:
9h and 1min - Average sunshine in October:
5h and 5min - Average sunshine in November:
5h and 2min - Average sunshine in December:
4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days
Athens, IL
- Average sunshine days in January:
18.8 days - Average sunshine days in February:
17.7 days - Average sunshine days in March:
15.8 days - Average sunshine days in April:
15.2 days - Average sunshine days in May:
11.6 days - Average sunshine days in June:
12.8 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
12.9 days - Average sunshine days in August:
16.4 days - Average sunshine days in September:
18.1 days - Average sunshine days in October:
19.3 days - Average sunshine days in November:
20.4 days - Average sunshine days in December:
19.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).
Average UV index
Athens, IL
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover
Athens, IL
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility
Athens, IL
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
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