Weather in Santorini in November

How November compares

November is the 7th warmest month of the year in Santorini and ranks 95th of 134 destinations we compare for November - see where else is hot in November. Within Greece it is 32nd of 44 (Greece in November). Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Santorini is 6.7°C warmer by day and 9.2°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in November

The typical November day in Santorini peaks at 17.1°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 19.9°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 14.1°C; one night in ten drops to 11.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day here reached 23.8°C (2019-11-05) and the coldest night 5.5°C (2005-11-22).

Rain in November

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 6 days with 1 mm or more, 35 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 2001 with 78 mm, the driest 1999 with 9 mm. Humidity averages 72%.

Sea temperature in November

The sea averages 19.6°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 18.3°C to 20.9°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (24.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:56 and sets about 17:10 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 45%.

Is November a good time to visit Santorini?

November is not the strongest month here: mild days. The best months for Santorini on our scoring are July, August, September; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug.

Mild afternoons, with layers needed after dark

Expect weather that is comfortable for walking but not reliably warm enough for sitting outside in light summer clothes. The warmer days reach around 20°C or more, while colder nights can fall to 11°C or below. Pack light layers, long trousers and a jacket rather than treating this as a summer trip. Midday is the best time to make use of the warmth; evenings call for something extra even when the afternoon has felt pleasant. November makes sense if you dislike strong heat, but July, August and September are the better-rated months here if warmer holiday weather is your priority.

Enough sunshine to enjoy, but leave room for rain

November brings about 6 rainy days, so rain is a consideration rather than a reason to rule the month out. A shower need not write off the whole day, but fixed plans that depend on dry weather are less useful than a flexible approach. There are about 5.5 hours of sunshine within 10.0 hours of daylight, leaving scope for time outdoors without promising clear skies throughout. Keep a waterproof jacket handy and arrange longer outdoor spells around the forecast. With less daylight than a summer holiday offers, make the most of the daytime rather than leaving your outdoor plans until late.