Santorini · Greece
November
Most businesses closing — for the solitude-seeker only.
Strong option
#9 of 12 months
There are better months for Santorini — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
17.5°C
Low
13.2°C
Rain
56mm
Sun
6.4hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How November scores in Santorini
Weather
Above average
Value
Outstanding
Crowds
Outstanding
Events
Low
Atmosphere
Good
What you gain in November
- ↑Exceptional value: caldera-view rooms for a fraction of summer rates
- ↑Complete peace in Oia — the village as Venetians and Cycladic locals originally built it
- ↑Moody autumn light creates unusual and beautiful photography
What you sacrifice
- ↓60–70% of businesses closed or closing during November
- ↓Limited dining options: may need to eat in Fira as Oia shuts down
- ↓Cool, occasionally wet — not a pool or beach trip
How November compares to April (best month)
| Factor | November | April ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 5 | 7 |
| Value | 9 | 8 |
| Crowds | 9 | 8 |
November in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Santorini, not across destinations. Methodology →