Weather Comparison
Santorini vs Mykonos
Side-by-side weather comparison for December
December Weather: Santorini vs Mykonos
| Metric | Santorini | Mykonos | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 15°C (59°F)▲ | 14°C (57°F) | Santorini |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 12°C (54°F) | 12°C (54°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 9 days▲ | 10 days | Santorini |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 54 mm▲ | 69 mm | Santorini |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 7h/day | 7h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 2 | 2 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 35 km/h▲ | 37 km/h | Santorini |
Which City is Better in December?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Santorini edges ahead as the better destination in December. Santorini offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Mykonos sees 7 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.
Santorini sits in the comfortable travel range at 15°C. Mykonos is cooler at 14°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Santorini is the stronger choice in December.
Temperature Comparison in December
Santorini reaches an average high of 15°C (59°F) and drops to 12°C (54°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 3°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Mykonos averages 14°C (57°F) for the high and 12°C (54°F) for the low, with a daily range of 2°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.
Rainfall Comparison in December
Santorini receives approximately 54 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Mykonos sees 69 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Santorini the drier option by 1 rain day and 15 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Santorini vs Mykonos
Packing for Santorini in December
Highs of 15°C, lows of 12°C, 9 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Packing for Mykonos in December
Highs of 14°C, lows of 12°C, 10 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers. These items are useful in either destination during December.
Year-Round Comparison: Santorini vs Mykonos
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.December is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Santorini | Mykonos | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 13°C | 10d | 13°C | 11d |
| Feb | 14°C | 9d | 13°C | 9d |
| Mar | 15°C | 7d | 15°C | 7d |
| Apr | 17°C | 4d | 17°C | 4d |
| May | 21°C | 2d | 20°C | 2d |
| Jun | 24°C | 1d | 24°C | 0d |
| Jul | 26°C | 0d | 26°C | 0d |
| Aug | 27°C | 0d | 26°C | 0d |
| Sep | 25°C | 1d | 24°C | 1d |
| Oct | 22°C | 4d | 21°C | 4d |
| Nov | 18°C | 6d | 18°C | 6d |
| Dec | 15°C | 9d | 14°C | 10d |
Santorini Weather in December
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