Santorini in August
August in Santorini brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 74°F and about 0.1 inches of rain. The sun sets around 8:10 pm. The sea is about 76°F (24°C). It's a good month for sightseeing, if not the best.
Photo: Giles Laurent, CC BY-SA 4.0
What August is good for in Santorini
Each activity rated for August's weather and sea.
Great now Boat toursGreat in August
Great now Sunset cruisesGreat in August
Great now Catamaran toursGreat in August
Great now Scuba divingGreat in August
Great now SnorkelingGreat in August
Wine toursGood in August
Private toursGood in August
Day tripsGood in August
Walking toursGood in August
Cooking classesAny month
August next to July and September
| Month | July | August | September |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 86°F (30°C) | 86°F (30°C) | 81°F (27°C) |
| Low | 74°F (23°C) | 74°F (24°C) | 70°F (21°C) |
| Rain | 0.0 in | 0.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Sea | 75°F | 76°F | 75°F |
| Sunset | 8:37 pm | 8:10 pm | 7:27 pm |
| Daylight | 14 h 25 min | 13 h 34 min | 12 h 26 min |
Averages for Santorini; sunrise and sunset on the 15th. Santorini water temperature by month.
Tours in Santorini
Half-Day Santorini Private TourFrom $56View 
Private Tailor-Made Santorini Land Tour with a Local DriverFrom $55View 
Santorini Private Customizable Land Tour with Local DriverFrom $53View 
Best of Santorini Customized Private TourFrom $50View 
Santorini in a Day: Private Custom Santorini Tour with PickupFrom $200View 
Santorini Must-See Highlights Private TourFrom $96View
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Questions
Is August a good time to visit Santorini?
It's a good month for sightseeing, if not the best. The most comfortable months overall are April, May, September, October and November.
How hot is Santorini in August?
Average highs are about 86°F (30°C) and lows about 74°F (24°C).
Does it rain much in Santorini in August?
August averages 0.1 inches of rain.
How warm is the sea in Santorini in August?
About 76°F (24°C).
