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Visiting Oia, 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 Oia.

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 23°C (73°F). October is a good month for swimming in Oia 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.

In October, the weather in Oia starts to cool down, but it remains pleasant for beach activities. The sea is still warm enough for swimming and sunbathing, but water sports like snorkeling, diving, windsurfing, and kitesurfing may become less popular as the month progresses due to cooling water temperatures. Consider visiting Oia 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 Oia in October?

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

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 Oia in October?

Yes, October is a good month for swimming in Oia with warm sea temperatures 23°C (73°F).

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Is October a good time to holiday in Oia?

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

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 Oia. Sea temperatures are a warm 23°C (73°F). October is a good month for swimming in Oia with comfortable temperatures for most people.

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Is Oia warm in October?

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

The average maximum temperature in Oia 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 Oia 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 Oia in October?

The average day light hours per day in Oia 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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Crowds in Oia in October

October marks the beginning of the off-season in Santorini, and the beaches in Oia start to become less crowded. The weather is cooler, and fewer tourists visit the island during this month. There are no significant public holidays or events in October that would affect the crowd levels.

Temperature in Oia in October

The weather in October is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop into November. The average maximum temperature in Oia 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 Oia 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 Oia 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 Oia 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 Oia. 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 Oia 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 Oia in October

The average sea water temperature in Oia in October is 22.6°C (72.7°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 Oia 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 Oia 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 Oia in October

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Oia 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 Oia 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 Oia 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 Oia in October

The average maximum wind speed in Oia 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 Oia 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 Oia in October is from the North-Northwest.

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