What to expect in Santorini in July
July is a strong choice for Santorini: 29° / 22°, with the biggest crowds of the year and premium prices.
Santorini weather in July
Typical conditions in Santorini during July, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 29°C 84°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 22°C 72°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 1/100 |
| Sea temperature | 24°C 74°F |
| Daylight | 14 h 24 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 29°C with lows near 22°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Santorini — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as high season: premium prices.
What to pack
Light layers for 29°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 22°C. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
This is peak pricing for Santorini. Expect to pay a premium on flights and accommodation, and to book considerably further ahead than usual. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 10% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
- Families tied to school holidays
Events & what’s on
Look out for Santorini Wine Festival while you’re there.
- Santorini Wine Festival — Local vintners pour assyrtiko in an open-air tasting near Kamari.
Santorini in July compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May | 23° / 15° | Moderate | $$ | 66 |
| June | 27° / 19° | High | $$$ | 53 |
| July · This month | 29° / 22° | High | $$$ | 43 |
| August | 29° / 23° | High | $$$ | 39 |
| September | 27° / 20° | High | $$ | 59 |
These months score higher for Santorini on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in July
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in July.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
