☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 28°C
Yes! Average temperatures of 28°C make it pleasantly warm and ideal for sun-seekers. Santorini in August has an average air temperature of 28°C with sea temperatures around 26°C. You can expect 12 hours of sunshine per day and 1mm of rainfall, which means virtually no rain — bone-dry conditions.
Sea temperatures of 26°C are very comfortable for swimming and water sports. With 12 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
Santorini is one of the top warm destinations for August holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Santorini stacks up against similar destinations in August:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santorini | 28°C | 26°C | 1mm | 12h |
| Algarve | 28°C | 23°C | 2mm | 12h |
| Alicante | 28°C | 27°C | 5mm | 11h |
| Boracay | 28°C | 28°C | 260mm | 4h |
| Cape Verde | 28°C | 26°C | 30mm | 7h |
| Gran Canaria | 28°C | 23°C | 0mm | 10h |
See how Santorini's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Santorini in August has average temperatures of 28°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 26°C.
Yes, the sea temperature of 26°C is very comfortable for swimming.
Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
August is an excellent time to visit Santorini with warm weather and 12 hours of daily sunshine.
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