Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Santorini in October
Santorini cools off: highs slip to 71°F (22°C), from 76°F in September, with lows of 67°F (20°C) and about 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain.
At 94/100 for comfort (5th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 71°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (20°C)
- Rain
- 1.7 in (44 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 36%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 03 min
- Comfort score
- 94/100 · Great
What October feels like
Highs settle around 71°F (22°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Lows average 67°F (20°C).
Humidity averages 75%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Rain is moderate at about 1.7 in (44 mm) for the month.
It's breezy, with average winds near 11 mph (5.0 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around October
October is one of Santorini's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: November highs fall to 65°F.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by November, the score drops to 90/100.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 3°C (6°F) from September.
- Humidity season begins: 75% on average, up from 73% in September.
- October sits inside the May – Oct window our Greek Island Hop route recommends.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clothes71°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Windproof shellaverage wind 11 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Santorini in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Red Beach
Red volcanic cliffs over a small beach near Akrotiri.
Why now October scores 94/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Ammoudi Bay
Small fishing port below Oia with fish tavernas and swimming off the rocks.
Why now Highs near 71°F and 1.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Oia
Clifftop village of blue domes, famous for its caldera sunset.
Metaxi Mas
Popular inland taverna with Cretan and Santorinian dishes.
Akrotiri Archaeological Site
Bronze Age town preserved under volcanic ash, covered by a roof.
Nearby in October
- Naxos in October~49 mi · highs 71°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Mykonos in October~73 mi · highs 70°F, 1.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Athens in October~146 mi · highs 74°F, 1.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Selçuk in October~150 mi · highs 79°F, 2.0 in rain · 5°C (9°F) warmer by day, about as wet
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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Santorini?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 94/100. Expect highs of 71°F (22°C) and 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain. October is inside the May – Oct window our Greek Island Hop route recommends.
How hot is Santorini in October?
Average highs are 71°F (22°C) and average lows 67°F (20°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Santorini in October?
Not much: about 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 19.2 in (488 mm).
What should I pack for Santorini in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (71°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity), windproof shell (average wind 11 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Santorini
Routes in season in October
- Greek Island Hop May – Oct
Planning Santorini in October?
Share this October plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.