Santorini · Greece
March
Businesses reopening, wildflowers emerging, prices still very low.
Best match
#4 of 12 months
There are better months for Santorini — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
14.6°C
Low
10.3°C
Rain
44mm
Sun
6.5hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How March scores in Santorini
Weather
Above average
Value
Outstanding
Crowds
Outstanding
Events
Average
Atmosphere
Very good
What you gain in March
- ↑Wildflowers cover the caldera rim in March — genuinely beautiful and photographically underused
- ↑Businesses begin reopening mid-month; more dining options
- ↑Greek Easter (if in March or April) brings local celebration energy to villages
What you sacrifice
- ↓Still cool for swimming or beach days
- ↓Not all operators have reopened — check specific hotels and tours
- ↓Some of the iconic infinity pools remain closed until April
How March compares to April (best month)
| Factor | March | April ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 5 | 7 |
| Value | 9 | 8 |
| Crowds | 9 | 8 |
March in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Santorini, not across destinations. Methodology →