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Visiting Santorini, Greece in October

The weather in October is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into November. October has average maximum temperatures of 23°C (73°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 83% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.4hrs making the days long and bright. It is a great time for sunbathing in Santorini.

October has total rainfall of 3.8cm (1.5inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 6.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

Sea temperatures are a warm 22°C (72°F). October is a good month for swimming in Santorini with comfortable temperatures for most people. The sea temperature in October is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into November.

Consider visiting Santorini in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.

Can you sunbathe in Santorini in October?

Yes, October is a great time for sunbathing in Santorini.

October has average maximum temperatures of 23°C (73°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 83% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.4hrs making the days long and bright. October has total rainfall of 3.8cm (1.5inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 6.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

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Can you swim in Santorini in October?

Yes, October is a good month for swimming in Santorini with warm sea temperatures 22°C (72°F).

More about October sea temperatures.

Is October a good time to holiday in Santorini?

Yes, October is a good time for a holiday in Santorini.

October has average maximum temperatures of 23°C (73°F) which is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days. The sunshine percentage is 83% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.4hrs making the days long and bright. October has total rainfall of 3.8cm (1.5inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 6.7 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. It is a great time for sunbathing in Santorini. Sea temperatures are a warm 22°C (72°F). October is a good month for swimming in Santorini with comfortable temperatures for most people.

More about the October temperatures and sunshine.

Is Santorini warm in October?

Yes, Santorini is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days in October.

The average maximum temperature in Santorini in October is 23°C (73°F). The average maximum temperature is 27°C (80°) in the previous month and 19°C (66°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Santorini in October is 20°C (68°F). The average temperature is 24°C (74°F) in the previous month and 17°C (62°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Santorini in October?

The average day light hours per day in Santorini in October are 11.3. The sunshine percentage is 83% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.4hrs making the days long and bright.

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Temperature in Santorini in October

The weather in October is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into November. The average maximum temperature in Santorini in October is 23°C (73°F). The average maximum temperature is 27°C (80°F) in the previous month and 19°C (66°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Santorini in October is 20°C (68°F). The average temperature is 24°C (74°F) in the previous month and 17°C (62°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Santorini in October is 18°C (64°F). The minimum temperature is 21°C (70°F) in the previous month and 15°C (58°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Santorini in October

The days in October are shorter than the previous month and days continue to get shorter into November. October has far fewer hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to drop quickly into November. During October the average day light hours are 11.3 per day in Santorini. The sunshine percentage is 83% making it very sunny and pleasant with blue skies most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.4hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Santorini in October is typically 5 during October. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Santorini in October

The average sea water temperature in Santorini in October is 22.2°C (72.0°F) which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. The sea temperature in October is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into November.

Rainfall in Santorini in October

October weather is wetter than the previous month and rainfall continues to rise into November. October has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Santorini in October is 3.8cm (1.5inches) and on average there are 6.7 rainy days in October making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Santorini in October

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Santorini in October is 16°C (61°F) which is OK for most but slightly uncomfortable for some. The dew point is 19°C (65°F) in the previous month and 13°C (13°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Santorini in October is typically 82.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 79.8% in the previous month and 82.3% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Santorini in October is typically 69.2%. The average relative humidity is 64.7% in the previous month and 70.1% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Santorini in October

The average maximum wind speed in Santorini in October is typically 28KM/H (18MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 29KM/H (18MPH) in the previous month and 29KM/H (18MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Santorini in October is typically 18KM/H (11MPH). The average wind speed is 18KM/H (11MPH) in the previous month and 19KM/H (12MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Santorini in October is from the North-Northwest.

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