Geography of Santorini
Geography of Santorini: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Santorini
Mykonos is 73 mi to the north, Crete is 88 mi to the south-west, Balos Lagoon is 119 mi to the south-west and Elafonissi Beach is 133 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 66°F (19°C) in Santorini with overcast. It feels like 66°F. Today runs from 61°F to 67°F. Chance of precipitation is 88%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - good conditions.
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 Mykonos, Crete, Balos Lagoon and Elafonissi Beach.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 67°F is 7.7°F below the 75°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Santorini today at 9.2/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
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 | 87° | 77° | 0,1 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 66°F (19°C) with overcast. Humidity is 84% and wind is 8 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+02:00). The local time is 10:37 AM.
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 Mykonos, Crete, Balos Lagoon, Elafonissi Beach, Acropolis, Athens and Acropolis of 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 October 26, 2026 at 10:37 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
