Early spring · Weather & things to do
Santorini in March
Santorini edges warmer than February, with highs of 59°F (15°C), lows of 56°F (13°C) and about 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain.
It scores 84/100 for comfort, 9th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 59°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 56°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 1.7 in (44 mm)
- Humidity
- 76%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What March feels like
Days are mild at around 59°F (15°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 56°F (13°C).
About 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's March.
It's breezy, with average winds near 13 mph (5.6 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around March
March is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May – October).
- Comfort improves from 73/100 in February to 84/100.
- Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 56°F
- Windproof shellaverage wind 13 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Santorini in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Red Beach
Red volcanic cliffs over a small beach near Akrotiri.
Why now March scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Perissa Beach
Long black-sand beach with sunbeds and tavernas.
Why now Highs near 59°F and 1.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Fira to Oia hike
10 km walk along the caldera rim through Firostefani and Imerovigli.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Ammoudi Fish Tavern
Waterside fish tavern at the foot of Oia's cliffs.
Domaine Sigalas
Family winery near Oia known for Assyrtiko and Vinsanto.
Nearby in March
- Naxos in March~49 mi · highs 60°F, 1.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Mykonos in March~73 mi · highs 59°F, 1.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Athens in March~146 mi · highs 60°F, 2.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Selçuk in March~150 mi · highs 63°F, 2.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer 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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Santorini?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 84/100 against a best of 98 in May – October. Expect highs of 59°F (15°C) and 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain. Our Greek Island Hop route recommends May – Oct, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Santorini in March?
Average highs are 59°F (15°C) and average lows 56°F (13°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Santorini in March?
Not much: about 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 19.2 in (488 mm).
What should I pack for Santorini in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 56°F), windproof shell (average wind 13 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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