Geography of Santorini
Geography of Santorini: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Santorini
Santorini is 0 mi to the north, Mykonos is 73 mi to the north, Crete is 88 mi to the south-west and Balos Lagoon is 119 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 36°23′35.5″N 25°27′41.4″E (36.3932, 25.4615)
Quick facts about Santorini
Summary
Santorini is a city in Greece. Santorini is known for Caldera villages and sunsets. It has a population of about 15.500.
Right now it is 79°F (26°C) in Santorini with clear. It feels like 87°F. Today runs from 78°F to 89°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Santorini is May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is semi-arid. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 87°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 55°F.
The closest major airport is Athens International Airport (ATH), about 135 mi away. Nearby highlights include Santorini, Mykonos, Crete and Balos Lagoon.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 89°F is 2.7°F above the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Santorini today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Santorini month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62° | 56° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 60° | 55° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 63° | 56° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 68° | 60° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 74° | 64° | 0,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 84° | 73° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 87° | 76° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 86° | 77° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 82° | 74° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 75° | 68° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 69° | 63° | 0,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 63° | 57° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Semi-arid. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Santorini?
Santorini is a city in Greece. Its coordinates are 36.3932, 25.4615. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Santorini right now?
It is currently 79°F (26°C) with clear. Humidity is 84% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Santorini?
May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Santorini, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Santorini in?
Santorini observes Europe/Athens (UTC+03:00). The local time is 4:41 PM.
How many people live in Santorini?
Santorini has a population of approximately 15.500.
What is the nearest airport to Santorini?
The closest airports are Athens International Airport (ATH), 135 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Santorini?
Popular options include Santorini, Mykonos, Crete, Balos Lagoon, Elafonissi Beach and Acropolis, Athens.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 4:41 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
