Santorini Weather by Month
Santorini weather by month: 14–29°C range, sea temps & crowd levels. Plan your trip, then pick the right area to stay.
Complete month-by-month climate guide: temperatures, rainfall, crowds & what to expect
Hotels Santorini
Match your travel month to the right Santorini area: caldera villages in shoulder season, beach towns in summer.
May, June, September, early October
July & August (29°C average)
November through February
14°C
Cool & Mild
Rainfall: Moderate
Coolest month with occasional rain. Perfect for sightseeing without crowds.
Best for: Budget travelers, photographers, couples seeking quiet
14°C
Cool & Breezy
Rainfall: Moderate
Similar to January but with hints of spring approaching. Still quiet and affordable.
Best for: Off-season explorers, hikers, culture seekers
16°C
Mild & Pleasant
Rainfall: Light
Spring begins! Wildflowers bloom and temperatures rise. Island wakes up.
Best for: Nature lovers, early-season visitors
19°C
Warm & Sunny
Rainfall: Light
Ideal shoulder season! Perfect weather for sightseeing and hiking. Great value.
Best for: Photographers, hikers, couples, budget-conscious travelers
23°C
Warm & Lovely
Rainfall: Minimal
One of the best months! Excellent weather, manageable crowds, everything open.
Best for: First-time visitors, honeymooners, families
27°C
Hot & Sunny
Rainfall: Rare
Summer begins! Great beach weather, warm sea, long days. Peak season starts.
Best for: Beach lovers, groups, nightlife seekers
29°C
Very Hot & Dry
Rainfall: Almost None
Peak summer! Hottest month with blazing sun and warm sea. Busiest time.
Best for: Beach enthusiasts, party-goers (if budget allows)
29°C
Hot & Dry
Rainfall: Almost None
Equally hot as July. Absolute peak tourist season. Crowded but buzzing.
Best for: Those who love busy summer atmosphere (book early!)
26°C
Warm & Perfect
Rainfall: Minimal
BEST MONTH! Warm sea, perfect weather, fewer crowds. Many consider this ideal.
Best for: EVERYONE - honeymooners, couples, families, first-timers
22°C
Mild & Pleasant
Rainfall: Light
Lovely shoulder season. Still warm enough for beaches. Much quieter.
Best for: Couples, off-peak travelers, wine enthusiasts (harvest time!)
18°C
Cool & Variable
Rainfall: Moderate
Off-season begins. Cooler and wetter but still enjoyable for sightseeing.
Best for: Budget travelers, writers, digital nomads
15°C
Cool & Mild
Rainfall: Moderate
Winter sets in. Quiet and atmospheric. Christmas adds festive charm.
Best for: Off-season enthusiasts, those seeking tranquility