Santorini in December
December in Santorini brings highs around 60°F (16°C), lows near 53°F and about 2.1 inches of rain. The sun sets around 5:04 pm. The sea is about 64°F (18°C). It's a good month for sightseeing, if not the best.
Photo: Giles Laurent, CC BY-SA 4.0
What December is good for in Santorini
Each activity rated for December's weather and sea.
Great now Wine toursGreat in December
Great now Private toursGreat in December
Great now Day tripsGreat in December
Great now Walking toursGreat in December
Cooking classesAny month
Boat toursOff season in December
Sunset cruisesOff season in December
Catamaran toursOff season in December
Scuba divingOff season in December
SnorkelingOff season in December
December next to November and January
| Month | November | December | January |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 67°F (19°C) | 60°F (16°C) | 58°F (14°C) |
| Low | 58°F (15°C) | 53°F (12°C) | 50°F (10°C) |
| Rain | 1.3 in | 2.1 in | 2.1 in |
| Sea | 68°F | 64°F | 62°F |
| Sunset | 5:10 pm | 5:04 pm | 5:26 pm |
| Daylight | 10 h 15 min | 9 h 42 min | 9 h 57 min |
Averages for Santorini; sunrise and sunset on the 15th. Santorini water temperature by month.
Tours in Santorini
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Private Tailor-Made Santorini Land Tour with a Local DriverFrom $55View 
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Santorini in a Day: Private Custom Santorini Tour with PickupFrom $200View 
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Questions
Is December 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 December?
Average highs are about 60°F (16°C) and lows about 53°F (12°C).
Does it rain much in Santorini in December?
December averages 2.1 inches of rain.
How warm is the sea in Santorini in December?
About 64°F (18°C). Most swimmers find that cool without a wetsuit.
