Month guide · Santorini · Greece
Santorini in June
What June is really like in Santorini: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
June is one of the best months to visit Santorini. Expect average highs of 27°C (81°F), lows of 20°C (68°F), about 1 rainy days and roughly 14.6 hours of daylight. Hot and dry with long evenings; beaches and boat trips are in full swing and caldera villages are busy.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 27°C (81°F) / 20°C (68°F)
- Rainy days
- About 1
- Daylight
- About 14.6 hours
- Sea temperature
- 22°C (72°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in June
June is the 3rd-warmest month in Santorini: days average 27°C (81°F) against a yearly average high of 21°C (70°F), and nights fall to about 20°C (68°F). Rain falls on roughly 1 of its 30 days. Compared with May (23°C (73°F)), June is warmer; by July highs climb to around 29°C (84°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 06:00
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 20:37
- Daylight
- About 14.6 hours
- Sea
- 22°C (72°F)
Summer (June–August). Hot, dry and windy, with every beach and boat running; caldera villages and sunsets are very crowded and prices peak.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 5 for crowds (the peak is June at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in June). Book accommodation early: June is one of the pricier months.
Events in June
June has no major recurring festival in Santorini, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in June
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Waterfront · Fira
Fira Old Port and cable car
Fira's old harbour sits at the foot of the cliff, connected to the town by a cable car and a zig-zag path of almost 600 steps.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Views
- Photo spot
- Kids
Viewpoint · Akrotiri
Akrotiri lighthouse
Bring a jacket; the headland is often windy after sunset.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Views
- Couples
- Free
- Off the beaten path
Beach · Perissa and Perivolos
Perissa Beach
A long black-sand beach backed by the cliff of Mesa Vouno, with sunbeds, tavernas and water sports.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Kids
- Free
- Outdoors
Historic site · Akrotiri
Akrotiri archaeological site
Hire a guide at the entrance or read up first; the site makes much more sense with context. Combine it with Red Beach and the lighthouse.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- History
- Rainy day
- Kids
The sea averages 22°C (72°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Santorini.
What to pack
For highs near 27°C, lows near 20°C and 1 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is June a good time to visit Santorini?
One of the best months to visit Santorini. The other best months are May and September–October. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is June a good time to visit Santorini?
It is one of the best months to visit Santorini. Hot and dry with long evenings; beaches and boat trips are in full swing and caldera villages are busy.
+How warm is Santorini in June?
Average highs are around 27°C (81°F) and lows around 20°C (68°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Santorini in June?
Expect rain on about 1 days of the month, so it is usually dry.