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Greece · Ships call at Piraeus, Greece
Warm, fewer crowds
Piraeus (Athens) in October offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 77°F and comfortable lows near 65°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 1 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Warm, fewer crowds.
This is one of the most popular months to visit Piraeus (Athens), so book shore excursions early. The top snorkeling spots and tours sell out fast. Lightweight layers work well: a light cardigan for evenings on deck and breathable tops for port days cover most conditions.
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Sailings that are at sea during October, with the date each one leaves port.
Cruise Mediterranean Combination Cruise: Barcelona, Venice & Athens
Azamara Cruises
Sails Sep 13, 2026
Journey to Eastern Realms Rome to Singapore
Oceania Cruises
Sails Sep 13, 2026
Lisbon To Athens (Piraeus)
Silversea Cruises
Sails Sep 18, 2026
Istanbul and the Eastern Mediterranean
Saga Cruises
Sails Sep 20, 2026
Istanbul
Cunard Cruises
Sails Sep 21, 2026
Mediterranean & Adriatic Sojourn
Viking Cruises
Sails Sep 23, 2026
Cruises from Athens leave from Piraeus, the city’s port on the Saronic Gulf. There are three cruise terminals, A, B and C, a short walk apart. Many cruisers spend a day in central Athens first for the Acropolis, the Acropolis Museum and Plaka.
The average high temperature in Piraeus (Athens) during October is 77°F, with a low of 65°F.
Piraeus (Athens) typically sees 1 days of rain in October. Warm, fewer crowds.
For a October cruise to Piraeus (Athens), you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and sun protection.