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Santorini in March: weather, sea & travel advice

Santorini in March is especially suited to city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 16 °C (cool), and the sea is about 16 °C. With about 4 rainy days it is dry.

Weiße Häuser über der Caldera von SantoriniSantorini · MarchPhoto: Carl Rottmann · PDM-owner

Climate facts

Day
16 °C
Night
14 °C
Sea
16 °C
Rainy days
4 rainy days
Sun
6 h/day
Humidity
76 %

Suitability by travel type

BeachUnsuitable44/100
City breakExcellent84/100
ActiveExcellent84/100
FamilyLimited47/100

In favour

  • Little rain (about 4 rainy days)

To consider

  • Rather cool at around 16 °C
  • Sea still cool (16 °C)

All months at a glance

Daytime temperature°C
15
J
15
F
16
M
18
A
21
M
25
J
27
J
27
A
25
S
22
O
19
N
16
D
Rainy daysdays
7
J
6
F
4
M
2
A
1
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
2
S
4
O
6
N
8
D

Similar destinations in March

Frequently asked questions

How warm is Santorini in March?

Daytime highs average around 16 °C, with nights around 14 °C.

Can you swim in Santorini in March?

The sea is about 16 °C (cold).

Does it rain a lot in Santorini in March?

On the long-term average, expect about 4 rainy days.

When is the best time to visit Santorini?

The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.