Santorini · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonGreece · Europe
Max Temp
30.1°C
Min Temp
24.1°C
Sunshine
10.7 h/day
Rain Days
0 days
Water Temp
25.5°C
Rainfall
0 mm
Humidity
61%
Avg Temp
27°C
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is one of the best months to visit Santorini — with 11 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 30°C.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 30°C, cooling to 24°C at night (daily average: 27°C). With 11 sunshine hours per day, August is one of the sunniest months — 0 mm of rain over 0 days. The water is a warm 26°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in August are ideal.
Hochsaison absolut: Der Oia-Sonnenuntergang versammelt Hunderte, Kreuzfahrtschiffe ankern vor der Caldera, jede Gasse in Fira ist belebt. Wer die Energie anzieht, genießt das Spektakel — wer Fotos ohne Massen will, steht um 6 Uhr auf.
Packing list for Santorini in August
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Santorini?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Santorini (Climate Score: 94/100). Pleasant temperatures (30°C), good sunshine (11 h/day), and few rain days (0) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Santorini in August?
- In August, Santorini sees daily highs of 30°C. Nights cool to 24°C, with a daily average of 27°C.
- How much rain falls in Santorini in August?
- In August, Santorini receives an average of 0 mm of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Santorini get in August?
- Santorini averages 11 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Santorini in August?
- Water temperature in Santorini in August averages 26°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
