Santorini · Greece
July
Technically beautiful, practically overwhelming — the Oia sunset requires a 2-hour wait.
Worth considering
#11 of 12 months
There are better months for Santorini — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
25.7°C
Low
20.2°C
Rain
5mm
Sun
13hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How July scores in Santorini
Weather
Excellent
Value
Low
Crowds
Low
Events
Above average
Atmosphere
Above average
What you gain in July
- ↑Meltemi wind arrives (blessing and curse): cools the heat, creates excellent kite surfing conditions
- ↑Almost guaranteed sunshine — 13 daily hours
- ↑Perissa and Perivolos black sand beaches at full season
What you sacrifice
- ↓Peak season prices: €400–600/night for caldera-view hotels is standard
- ↓Oia sunset viewpoint: arrive 2 hours early or accept watching from behind 300 other people
- ↓Meltemi wind (15–20 knots) can make boat tours and catamaran trips rough
How July compares to April (best month)
| Factor | July | April ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 8 | 7 |
| Value | 2 | 8 |
| Crowds | 2 | 8 |
July in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Santorini, not across destinations. Methodology →