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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Santorini has a Mediterranean climate, classified as Csa in the Köppen system. The warmest month is August with an average high of 27°C, while the coldest month is January with lows dropping to 11°C. The annual temperature range of 16°C reflects moderate seasonal variation.
The driest month is August with only 0 rain days and 0mm of precipitation. For travellers, August through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 65% to 65% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Santorini are April, May, June. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
27°C
August
Coldest Month
11°C
January
Driest Month
0 days
August
Annual Range
16°C
11° to 27°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C | 11°C | 10 | 8h | View |
| February | 14°C | 11°C | 9 | 9h | View |
| March | 15°C | 12°C | 7 | 10h | View |
| April | 17°C | 14°C | 4 | 12h | View |
| May | 21°C | 17°C | 2 | 13h | View |
| June | 24°C | 21°C | 1 | 14h | View |
| July | 26°C | 23°C | 0 | 13h | View |
| August | 27°C | 24°C | 0 | 13h | View |
| September | 25°C | 22°C | 1 | 12h | View |
| October | 22°C | 18°C | 4 | 10h | View |
| November | 18°C | 15°C | 6 | 9h | View |
| December | 15°C | 12°C | 9 | 8h | View |
January
10 rain days, 8h sun
February
9 rain days, 9h sun
March
7 rain days, 10h sun
April
4 rain days, 12h sun
May
2 rain days, 13h sun
June
1 rain days, 14h sun
July
0 rain days, 13h sun
August
0 rain days, 13h sun
September
1 rain days, 12h sun
October
4 rain days, 10h sun
November
6 rain days, 9h sun
December
9 rain days, 8h sun
Santorini in August
Data Sources for Santorini
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.