Because of the temperate climate?
Greece temperatures — according to chat gpt:
In Greece, winter temperatures vary depending on the region:
- Coastal Areas: Along the coast and on the islands, winter temperatures are milder. Here, daytime temperatures can range from 10°C to 15°C (50°F to 59°F), but colder snaps can bring temperatures down slightly. Nighttime temperatures might drop to 5°C to 10°C (41°F to 50°F).
- Athens: The capital, Athens, has average winter temperatures ranging from 5°C to 15°C (41°F to 59°F). However, it can occasionally get colder, especially at night.
- Mountainous Regions: In the mountainous areas, temperatures are much colder and can drop below freezing. Snowfall is common in these regions during winter.
- Northern Greece: This area, especially cities like Thessaloniki, can experience colder winters with temperatures often dropping to freezing or below. Snow is also possible, though not as common as in the
I guess ancient Sparta was colder?
Ancient Sparta was located in the region of Laconia in the southeastern part of the Peloponnese peninsula in Greece. The climate of ancient Sparta would have been similar to that of modern-day Sparta or the surrounding region.
The climate in this region is Mediterranean, characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. In terms of temperatures:
- Summer: Temperatures in summer could get quite hot, often reaching 30°C (86°F) or higher during the daytime.
- Winter: Winters are milder, but temperatures can drop to around 0°C (32°F) or slightly below, especially during the coldest months. Snow is rare but not unheard of, especially in the surrounding higher elevations.
It’s worth noting that while we can give general climate figures based on the region, specific temperature