- Updated on: 2024-04-28
The weather in November in Santorini is unpredictable… in every sense! While it varies from year to year, it’s important to be prepared for sudden shifts in the weather.
The temperatures of the water and the air on our island are going down and it is interesting to note that the air cools down more quickly than the sea. In other words, water is warmer during the last month of autumn 🙂
What is the weather like in Santorini in November
However, the weather in Santorini during early November remains pleasant with enough sun for sunbathing and occasional swimming! As the month progresses, particularly in the latter half of November, there may be more clouds and a likelihood of rainfall, but there will also be clear and sometimes hot days.
The daytime temperature can range from +17 to +25 degrees Celsius on some days or even weeks, and it is difficult to predict for 100% when it will occur during the month: at the beginning, middle or end of the November.
What we can say for sure is that the nights on the island are already quite cool. It happens, of course, that even at night the air temperature does not fall below +20 degrees, but it’s still better to be prepared for temperatures as low as +16 degrees.
In November, the air and water temperatures in Santorini are usually the same, around +20 degrees Celsius.
Santorinika Travel Agency, from personal experience of living on the island
If you are visiting us in November, please bring warm clothes as the temperature range between day and night can be quite significant. After all, the rainy season and the windy season are coming soon.
Now for the details.
Air temperature in Santorini in November
Unfortunately, during November the air over our island cools down noticeably faster – this is a fact. Santorini is a very small island, so the temperature of the air masses over it depends entirely on the sea and the environment.
On average, the temperature in November in Santorini is not breaking records: the weather in early November will enjoy you with sunny days and temperatures around +21 … +23 degrees in the shade.
During the second half of November, the temperature drops and can reach as low as +17 degrees Celsius. On average, the temperature during the day is around +19 degrees Celsius. It is important to note that these temperatures are not guaranteed, but they are highly likely.
Nighttime temperatures drop rapidly in November, sometimes reaching as low as +16 degrees. The average night temperature for the month is +19 degrees:
The graphs below display statistics for daytime (orange) and nighttime (blue) temperatures over the past few years:
Air and water temperatures are usually consistent year to year. However, there are records of extreme temperatures. For instance, in November, the temperature reached an impressive +29 degrees in the shade. On the other hand, the coldest night in November in Santorini was only +5 degrees. It is important to note that these figures are records and warmer days in November happen more frequently.
Water temperature in Santorini in November
In November, the sea temperature in Santorini gradually decreases from around +20…+22 degrees Celsius at the beginning of the month to +18…+20 degrees Celsius in the last week. Occasionally, the water temperature on the beaches matches the air temperature.
Although it is not the bathing season, November can still offer some pleasant hot days for swimming and sunbathing. This is particularly true at the beginning of the month on the southeastern coast and black volcanic beaches of the island. The sand heats up to high temperatures in the sunlight, making it a comfortable place to relax. Additionally, the water near the shore also warms up 🙂
The water temperature in November in Santorini is about +20 degrees
Santorinika Travel Agency, from personal experience of living on the island
In the second half of November, cool and overcast days occur more often, so a vacation by the sea in the last month of autumn is not the most attractive idea. Moreover, in November there are more winds on the island, which get stronger towards the end of the month: 6-7 meters per second is almost the norm.
The chart below shows sea temperature statistics for Santorini in November on each day of the month for the past few years:
Sunny days and precipitation in Santorini in November
Unfortunately, November in Santorini is one of the darkest months of the year. The amount of sunshine will decrease even further next month. On average, there are only 10 hours of sunshine per day:
At the beginning of the month, sunrise on the island occurs approximately at 6:40, and sunset in Santorini in November can be seen at 17:20. Towards the end of the month the time changes: you can wake up for the sunrise almost half an hour later, because the sunrise is already around 7:10, while the sunset at the end of November will be a little earlier – approximately at 17:00, and it gets dark at 17:30.
Rains in Santorini in November
November in Santorini is a month, when we have a noticeable increase in both cloudy and rainy days. We feel that at least half the days of the month are cloudy (but not necessarily heavy!), but there are also quite a few completely clear and sunny days.
If we talk about really bad weather in November, then on average there are 3-4 really rainy days during the month, and mostly in the second half of November:
Along with the number of overcast and rainy days in November, the amount of precipitation also increases. The island receives an average of four centimetres of rainfall per month, which sometimes looks like a shallow but frequent and prolonged rainfall. By examining the graph and the column for the upcoming month, it is simple to predict the rising precipitation levels.
It is not uncommon for it to rain in Santorini during November. If you stay for at least a week, there is a good chance that you will experience rainfall at least once
Santorinika Travel Agency, from personal experience of living on the island
In other words, if you are going to visit us in November, it’s best to schedule your trip for the first half of the month.
What can be useful for holidays in Santorini in November
You may need to pack a variety of clothes, including bathing suits, shorts, light shirts, jeans, sweatshirts, and even windbreakers. In the last month of autumn, it is important to be prepared for all weather conditions. This will allow you to enjoy a range of activities, such as swimming, sunbathing, walking, and going on excursions, without being affected by the weather.
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