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Santorini, South Aegean, Greece

Santorini in December

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Santorini are May, September, October and November. In December, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
16°C
Rainfall
73 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$130
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Weather and what to pack

In December, Santorini is typically mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing. Average temperatures sit around 16°C with about 73mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Santorini in December

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Santorini caldera
The Santorini caldera is a large, mostly submerged volcanic caldera located in the southern Aegean Sea, 120 kilometers north of Crete in Greece. Visible above water is the circular
Thira (regional unit)
Thira is one of the regional units of Greece. It is part of the region of South Aegean. The regional unit covers the islands of Thira (Santorini), Anafi, Folegandros, Ios, Sikinos
Santorini Cable Car
The Santorini Cable Car, locally known as the Teleferico, is a pulsed gondola lift connecting the Old Port of Gialos to Fira, the capital of Santorini, Greece. It provides a vital
Panagia Episkopi
The Panagia Episkopi is a middle-Byzantine Greek Orthodox former cathedral, now church, on the island of Santorini (Thira), in the Cyclades region of Greece. It is also called Pana
Local food tour of Santorini
Taste the signature dishes of Santorini.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Santorini in December: FAQ

Is December a good time to visit Santorini?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Santorini's best months are generally May, September, October and November.

What is the weather like in Santorini in December?+

Expect average temperatures around 16°C. Rainfall averages about 73mm for the month. In short, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What should I pack for Santorini in December?+

Based on the typical December weather: mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What is there to do in Santorini in December?+

Popular things to do include Santorini caldera, Thira (regional unit), Santorini Cable Car and Panagia Episkopi. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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