Late winter · Weather & things to do
Santorini in February
This is the coldest month in Santorini: highs average 57°F (14°C) and lows 54°F (12°C), with about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 73/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 57°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 3.2 in (81 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 40 min
- Comfort score
- 73/100 · Good
What February feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 57°F (14°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 54°F (12°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.2 in (81 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
It's breezy, with average winds near 14 mph (6.2 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort holds steady from January (71 → 73/100).
- Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 54°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Windproof shellaverage wind 14 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Santorini in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Ammoudi Bay
Small fishing port below Oia with fish tavernas and swimming off the rocks.
Why now February scores 73/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Metaxi Mas
Popular inland taverna with Cretan and Santorinian dishes.
Akrotiri Archaeological Site
Bronze Age town preserved under volcanic ash, covered by a roof.
Santo Wines
Cooperative winery with a terrace over the caldera, pouring Assyrtiko.
Why now Highs near 57°F and 3.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Oia
Clifftop village of blue domes, famous for its caldera sunset.
Nearby in February
- Naxos in February~49 mi · highs 58°F, 3.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Mykonos in February~73 mi · highs 57°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Athens in February~146 mi · highs 56°F, 2.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
- Selçuk in February~150 mi · highs 57°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Santorini in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Santorini?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 73/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are May – October. Expect highs of 57°F (14°C) and 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain. Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Santorini in February?
Average highs are 57°F (14°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Santorini in February?
Some: about 3.2 in (81 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 19.2 in (488 mm).
What should I pack for Santorini in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 54°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely), windproof shell (average wind 14 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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