Santorini in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Santorini (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 15.0°C and lows of 11.3°C, with around 116.4mm of rain across the season (21 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Santorini covers December, January, February.
Winter in Santorini month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 16.5°C | 13.0°C | 50.1mm | 7 | 10/10 |
| January | 14.1°C | 10.6°C | 41.2mm | 8 | 10/10 |
| February | 14.4°C | 10.4°C | 25.1mm | 6 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Santorini in winter
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light waterproof layer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Santorini?
Winter in Santorini rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 15.0°C with 116.4mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Santorini in winter?
Daytime highs average 15.0°C (59.0°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 11.3°C.
What months are winter in Santorini?
Santorini is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Santorini · Santorini annual climate · Santorini in spring · Santorini in summer · Santorini in autumn
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Winter in Santorini — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.