Glyfáda
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Generally suitable with routine precautions
Travel to Glyfáda is routine for tourists; standard precautions apply and there are no travel restrictions noted.
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- No high-severity wording detected in the supplied advisory
- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
- Low crime rates
- Standard health services available
- No current political unrest
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Glyfáda month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Glyfáda are typically April, May and October, with average daytime highs around 20–24°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 33°C), January the coldest (average low 7°C), and December the wettest (about 74 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13.1 | 7.4 | 54 | 7.5 |
| February | 14.1 | 8.0 | 40 | 8.5 |
| March | 16.1 | 9.5 | 39 | 9.7 |
| April | 19.8 | 12.3 | 25 | 11.3 |
| May | 24.0 | 16.4 | 25 | 12.2 |
| June | 29.6 | 21.5 | 18 | 13.6 |
| July | 33.2 | 24.5 | 6 | 13.5 |
| August | 32.7 | 24.3 | 7 | 12.9 |
| September | 28.3 | 20.9 | 21 | 11.4 |
| October | 23.4 | 16.6 | 31 | 9.7 |
| November | 19.2 | 13.3 | 62 | 8.3 |
| December | 14.9 | 9.6 | 74 | 7.5 |
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Research updated Saturday, October 3, 2026Past and future events in Glyfáda
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Previously
- Closure of the American airbase in Glyfada
The U.S. airbase that contributed to Glyfada's character was closed in the early 1990s.
- Glyfada municipal elections, October 2006
32,492 voters participated; Thanasis Papakostas elected mayor.
- Election of George Papanikolaou as mayor
George Papanikolaou was elected mayor of Glyfada in 2014.
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01 · OverviewGlyfáda, in brief
Glyfada: A Coastal Suburb of Athens
Glyfada is a town and a suburb located in the South Athens regional unit of Greece. It sits on the Athens Riviera along the coast of the Saronic Gulf within the Attica administrative region.
The municipality operates in the Europe/Athens time zone and is home to a population of 87,305 residents. The local economy utilizes the EUR currency, and the primary languages spoken include el-GR, en, and fr. Geographically, the area spans from the foot of the Hymettus mountain down to the Saronic Gulf, covering a municipality area of 25.366 km2.
In ancient times, the locality was known as the deme of Aixone. A significant historical turning point occurred at the beginning of the 20th century, when the town officially adopted the name Glyfada due to the presence of local salt-water wells. This transition marked its evolution away from classical antiquity toward a populated coastal district.
Another major turning point in the town's modern development was the proximity of an American airbase, which operated nearby until the early 1990s. The presence of the base and its population permanently shaped Glyfada by introducing an American atmosphere, nightlife, and cuisine that blended with traditional Greek elements. Although the base is now gone and the school relocated, the area remains one of the most Americanized Athenian municipalities while maintaining its distinct Greek character.
Today, Glyfada functions as the center of Athens' southern suburbs, known for its prime waterfront location, opulent seafront residences, and extensive beachfront property alongside a modern marina that spans three kilometers of marine space and coastal land. The commercial center features shopping districts running across Metaxa Avenue and Grigoriou Labraki Street, with business offices lining Vouliagmenis, Gounari, and Gennimata Avenues.
Transportation infrastructure connects the municipality to central Athens via Vouliagmenis Avenue and Poseidonos Avenue, as well as a coastal tram line operated by STASY S.A. Additional geographic features include the Glyfada Golf Club situated northwest of the former Ellinikon Airport.
Further reference materials can be found through the Wikipedia entry on Glyfada and the GeoNames record for Glyfáda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Glyfáda
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01 · Q&AWhere is Glyfáda located and what are its coordinates?
Glyfáda is situated in Greece at geographic coordinates 37.8629, 23.7580, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Glyfáda?
Glyfáda has a recorded population of approximately 87,305 and observes the Europe/Athens time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Glyfáda?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Glyfáda include EL-GR, English, French, with EUR used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Glyfáda?
Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Glyfáda, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.