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Santorini in April: weather, sea & travel advice

Santorini in April is especially suited to city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 18 °C (mild), and the sea is about 17 °C. With about 2 rainy days it is very dry.

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

Climate facts

Day
18 °C
Night
15 °C
Sea
17 °C
Rainy days
2 rainy days
Sun
7 h/day
Humidity
76 %

Suitability by travel type

BeachLimited53/100
City breakExcellent92/100
ActiveExcellent92/100
FamilyLimited52/100

In favour

  • Little rain (about 2 rainy days)

To consider

  • Sea still cool (17 °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 April

Frequently asked questions

How warm is Santorini in April?

Daytime highs average around 18 °C, with nights around 15 °C.

Can you swim in Santorini in April?

The sea is about 17 °C (cold).

Does it rain a lot in Santorini in April?

On the long-term average, expect about 2 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.