Month guide · Santorini · Greece
Santorini in September
What September 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
September is one of the best months to visit Santorini. Expect average highs of 26°C (79°F), lows of 20°C (68°F), about 1 rainy days and roughly 12.4 hours of daylight. Still hot, with a warm sea and the grape harvest; crowds remain heavy, especially on cruise-ship days.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 26°C (79°F) / 20°C (68°F)
- Rainy days
- About 1
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 24°C (75°F)
- Crowds
- Very busy
- Hotel prices
- Highest
Weather in September
September is the 4th-warmest month in Santorini: days average 26°C (79°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 August (29°C (84°F)), September is cooler; by October highs drop to around 23°C (73°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 07:00
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 19:26
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea
- 24°C (75°F)
Autumn (September–November). Warm sea, grape harvest and gradually falling prices; closures begin from late October.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 5 for crowds (the peak is June at 5) and 5 for hotel prices (highest in June). Book accommodation early: September is one of the pricier months.
Events in September
September has no major recurring festival in Santorini, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in September
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Experience · Pyrgos
Caldera winery tasting
Book a sunset tasting slot in summer and take a taxi rather than driving.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Food
- Couples
- Views
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
The sea averages 24°C (75°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Santorini.
What to pack
For highs near 26°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 September a good time to visit Santorini?
One of the best months to visit Santorini. The other best months are May–June and October. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Santorini?
It is one of the best months to visit Santorini. Still hot, with a warm sea and the grape harvest; crowds remain heavy, especially on cruise-ship days.
+How warm is Santorini in September?
Average highs are around 26°C (79°F) and lows around 20°C (68°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Santorini in September?
Expect rain on about 1 days of the month, so it is usually dry.