Santorini in December
Festive and calm
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
The short answer
December is a below-average month in Santorini.
December is quiet, with local festivities and a few open hotels. It suits people who want solitude, not a beach trip.
December in detail
What December actually feels like
- Weather
- 12–16°C
- Mild but wet, with cool winds.
- Crowds
- Very Low
- Among the quietest periods of the year; sights and restaurants are easy to get into.
- Prices
- €
- Among the best-value periods for hotels and flights.
+Low prices and local Christmas atmosphere.
–Wet, windy weather and limited services.
My tip for December
Book accommodation that has heating and keep plans flexible.
- Quiet stay
- Festive atmosphere
How December compares
Against the other eleven months
9th of 12 overall in Santorini, 10th for weather, 5th for space, 4th for value. The emptiest month is January; the best value is January.
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What’s on in Santorini in December
- Winter closures
- Many hotels, restaurants and ferry routes close or reduce services.
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Weather
Weather in Santorini in December
In December Santorini averages a high of 16°C (61°F) and a low of 12°C (54°F), with about 55 mm of rain or snow. The warmest month is July (around 30°C) and the coolest is January (around 14°C); the wettest month is December.
- Average high
- 16°C
- 61°F
- Average low
- 12°C
- 54°F
- Precipitation
- 55 mm
Climate data: National Observatory of Athens Monthly Bulletins. Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows.
Quick answers
Santorini in December: the questions people ask
- Is December a good time to visit Santorini?
- December is a below-average month in Santorini. It ranks 9 of 12 months in Santorini overall (10 for weather, 5 for space, 4 for value). The main upside: Low prices and local Christmas atmosphere. The main downside: Wet, windy weather and limited services.
- What is the weather like in Santorini in December?
- Average highs are around 16°C and lows around 12°C. Expect about 55 mm of rain or snow. Mild but wet, with cool winds. For comparison, the warmest month is July (around 30°C) and the coolest is January (around 14°C).
- Is Santorini crowded in December?
- Crowds are very low. Among the quietest periods of the year; sights and restaurants are easy to get into. The quietest month is January.
- How expensive is Santorini in December?
- Prices are at level 1 of 5 (€). Among the best-value periods for hotels and flights. The best-value month is January.
- When is the best time to visit Santorini?
- In the CrowdFreeViews month scores, May is the best month overall (December ranks 9 of 12). The quietest month is January and the best value is January.
Still going to Santorini in December?
Book early and plan around the busiest hours — wet, windy weather and limited services.
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