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Santoríni Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Santoríni, Greece in December.

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Considering a trip to Santoríni, Greece this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Santoríni in December

Santoríni, Greece is a region in Greece. December in Santoríni generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Fira.

For specific regional insights in Santoríni, Greece, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 65 mm (2.6 in) in Fira.

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Best Places to Visit in Santoríni in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Santoríni

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Santoríni, Greece?

Temperature range in Santoríni (December)

Precipitation variation in Santoríni (December)

Fira

In December Fira generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Fira →

Oía

In December Oía generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Oía →

Kamari

In December Kamari generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Kamari →

Imerovigli

In December Imerovigli generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Imerovigli →

Perissa

In December Perissa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Perissa →

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In our records: Greece December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Greece in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in Greece dropped to -20°C (-4°F) in The Metéora on December 19, 2001.
  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Greece was -6°C (21°F) in The Metéora on December 20, 2001.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Santoríni in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Fira 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Oía 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Kamari 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Imerovigli 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Perissa 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Firostefani 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)

Santoríni weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Santoríni, Greece in December?

December in Santoríni, Greece brings tolerable weather. In Fira, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Santoríni, Greece in December?

Average temperatures in Santoríni, Greece during December range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 17°C (63°F) in Fira.

Does Santoríni, Greece get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Fira averages just 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Santoríni, Greece.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Santoríni, Greece?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Santoríni, Greece with often tolerable weather in Fira.

Generally speaking, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Fira. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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