Santorini, Greece

Santorini by month

Santorini in January

January in Santorini brings highs around 58°F (14°C), lows near 50°F and about 2.1 inches of rain. The sun sets around 5:26 pm. The sea is about 62°F (17°C). It's a good month for sightseeing, if not the best.

Photo: Giles Laurent, CC BY-SA 4.0

What January is good for in Santorini

Each activity rated for January's weather and sea.

January next to December and February

Month	December	January	February
High	60°F (16°C)	58°F (14°C)	58°F (15°C)
Low	53°F (12°C)	50°F (10°C)	51°F (10°C)
Rain	2.1 in	2.1 in	1.6 in
Sea	64°F	62°F	61°F
Sunset	5:04 pm	5:26 pm	5:59 pm
Daylight	9 h 42 min	9 h 57 min	10 h 53 min

Averages for Santorini; sunrise and sunset on the 15th. Santorini water temperature by month.

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Questions

Is January 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 January?

Average highs are about 58°F (14°C) and lows about 50°F (10°C).

Does it rain much in Santorini in January?

January averages 2.1 inches of rain.

How warm is the sea in Santorini in January?

About 62°F (17°C). Most swimmers find that cool without a wetsuit.

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