Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Santorini in January
The year's rain peaks now, with about 3.8 in (96 mm) falling in Santorini, alongside highs near 57°F (14°C) and lows of 54°F (12°C).
Its comfort score of 71/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 57°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 3.8 in (96 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 61%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 47 min
- Comfort score
- 71/100 · Good
What January feels like
Highs near 57°F (14°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Lows average 54°F (12°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.8 in (96 mm).
It's breezy, with average winds near 14 mph (6.2 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, December – February.
- Comfort slips from 77/100 in December to 71/100.
- Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 54°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.8 in of rain
- Windproof shellaverage wind 14 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Santorini in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Santo Wines
Cooperative winery with a terrace over the caldera, pouring Assyrtiko.
Why now January scores 71/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Red Beach
Red volcanic cliffs over a small beach near Akrotiri.
Why now Highs near 57°F and 3.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Perissa Beach
Long black-sand beach with sunbeds and tavernas.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Fira to Oia hike
10 km walk along the caldera rim through Firostefani and Imerovigli.
Ammoudi Fish Tavern
Waterside fish tavern at the foot of Oia's cliffs.
Nearby in January
- Naxos in January~49 mi · highs 58°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Mykonos in January~73 mi · highs 57°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Athens in January~146 mi · highs 54°F, 2.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Selçuk in January~150 mi · highs 54°F, 5.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, 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 January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Santorini?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 71/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are May – October. Expect highs of 57°F (14°C) and 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain. Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Santorini in January?
Average highs are 57°F (14°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Santorini in January?
Some: about 3.8 in (96 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 19.2 in (488 mm).
What should I pack for Santorini in January?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 54°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.8 in of rain), windproof shell (average wind 14 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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