i Kallithea
Kallithéa · Nomarchía Athínas · Greece
Kallithea is a suburb in Athens agglomeration and a municipality in south Athens regional unit. It is the eighth largest municipality in Greece, as well as the fourth biggest in the Athens urban area. Additionally, it is the 2nd most densely populated municipality in Greece and one of the most densely populated cities in the world, with 20,240/km2 (52,400/sq mi). The municipality has an area of 4.749 km2 (1.834 sq mi).
Read moreThe best months to visit are June and September.
The sea is warmest in August, at about 26°C (79°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): June–October.
July is the hottest month, with highs around 33°C (91°F).
January is the coldest month, with lows around 7°C (44°F).
The wettest month is December, with rain on about 10 days.
July is the sunniest month, with about 12.3 hours of sunshine a day.
in October, it is warmer than 84% of places in Greece.
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Best time to visit Kallithea
Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 13° | 13° | 16° | 20° | 25° | 30° | 33° | 32° | 29° | 23° | 18° | 14° |
| Average low | 7° | 7° | 8° | 11° | 16° | 20° | 23° | 23° | 19° | 15° | 11° | 8° |
| Sea temperature | 15° | 15° | 15° | 16° | 19° | 22° | 25° | 26° | 25° | 23° | 20° | 17° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 48 | 49 | 53 | 31 | 17 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 45 | 61 | 66 |
| Rain days | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 9 | 10 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 4.3 | 5 | 6.1 | 7.9 | 9.7 | 11.5 | 12.3 | 11.6 | 9.6 | 6.9 | 5.2 | 4.3 |
| Daylight (h) | 9.8 | 10.7 | 11.8 | 13.1 | 14.2 | 14.8 | 14.5 | 13.6 | 12.4 | 11.1 | 10.1 | 9.5 |
| Humidity (%) | 73 | 72 | 69 | 63 | 58 | 51 | 47 | 48 | 56 | 66 | 73 | 74 |
| Wind (km/h) | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 9 |
| Go score | 47 | 49 | 60 | 80 | 94 | 100 | 89 | 92 | 100 | 91 | 68 | 51 |
The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.
Kallithea: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Kallithea: sea water temperature
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Swimming seasonJune–October
Average sea temperature by month
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Kallithea travel guide
What to see, do, eat and where to stay — from an open, community-written travel guide.
Kallithea (Grieks: Καλλιθέα) is een gemeente in de Griekse regio Attika.
Budget Gemiddeld Duur
Budget Gemiddeld Duur
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
i Acropolis of Athens
ancient citadel above the city of Athens
i Platonic Academy
ancient philosophical, research and educative center, founded by Plato in Athens
i Erechtheion
ancient Greek temple on the north side of the Acropolis of Athens
i Panathenaic Stadium
stadium in Athens, Greece
i Lyceum
public meeting place in Classical Athens
i Temple of Athena Nike
ancient Greek temple built in the fifth century CE on the Acropolis of Athens in honor of Athena as the goddess of victory, located in Athens Municipality, Greece
i Temple of Olympian Zeus
ancient Greek temple in Athens
i Mount Lycabettus
Cretaceous limestone hill in Athens, Greece
i Acropolis Museum
museum in Athens, Greece
i Theatre of Dionysus
ancient theater in the Acropolis of Athens
i Odeon of Herodes Atticus
ancient theater in Athens Acropolis
i Ancient Agora of Athens
major archaeological site of Athens
Kallithea: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Euro
EUR · €
1 USD ≈ 0.892 EUR
- Languages
- Greek
- Calling code
- +30
- Meal, casual restaurant€13.00≈ $15.00
- Cappuccino€3.20≈ $3.60
- Beer (0.5 l)€4.80≈ $5.30
- Bottled water (1.5 l)€1.50≈ $1.60
- Taxi, 5 km€9.60≈ $11.00
- Public transport ticket€1.80≈ $2.00
- Mid-range hotel, per night€110≈ $125
Estimated from Greece’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 66% of US levels.
- Oct 28Ochi Day
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Dec 26St. Stephen's Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
- Jan 6Epiphany
24 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.7 (1981).
How to get to Kallithea
Nearest airports
- ATHAthens Eleftherios Venizelos International AirportSpata-Artemida21 km
- JSYSyros AirportSyros Island125 km
- SKUSkiros AirportSkiros Island132 km
- JSISkiathos Island National AirportSkiathos138 km
Distances
- Thessaloníki306 km 5 h 19
- Pátra175 km 3 h 02
- Lárisa217 km 3 h 46
- Heraklion319 km 5 h 31
- Acharnes15 km 16 min
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Hotels in Kallithea
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.
Population history
1951–2021Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kallithea?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Kallithea is June and September.
What is the weather like in Kallithea in October?
In October, Kallithea averages a high of 23°C (73°F) and a low of 15°C (59°F), with 45 mm of rain on about 6 days.
How warm is the sea in Kallithea?
The sea is warmest in August (about 26°C (79°F)). Swimming season: June–October.
What is the rainiest month in Kallithea?
December, with rain on about 10 days.
What is the nearest airport to Kallithea?
Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH), about 21 km away.
What power plugs are used in Greece?
Plug types C, F, 230 V.
What currency is used in Greece?
Euro (EUR).
What is the emergency number in Greece?
112.
Is Greece safe to visit?
US travel advisory: Exercise normal precautions. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.
When is Kallithea most crowded?
The busiest months are July–August.
When is Kallithea least crowded?
The quietest months are November–April.
When is the best time to visit Kallithea without the crowds?
May–June and September–October: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Kallithea in?
Europe/Athens (UTC+3).
What is the population of Kallithea?
About 100,641.