🇪🇸 Barcelona vs Santorini 🇬🇷

Barcelona, Spain vs Santorini, Greece — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Both cities run similar average temperatures year-round. Santorini is drier, with roughly 13 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇪🇸 Barcelona🇬🇷 Santorini
Avg annual high21°C21°C
Hottest monthJuly (29°C)July (28°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (5°C low)January (9°C low)
Rainy days / year5946
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Best months to visitApril, May, OctoberMay, September, October

🇪🇸 Barcelona

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (29°C), coldest lows in January (5°C).

🇬🇷 Santorini

Best around May, September, October. Hottest in July (28°C), coldest lows in January (9°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Barcelona or Santorini warmer?

Barcelona and Santorini have very similar average temperatures.

Which is rainier, Barcelona or Santorini?

Barcelona is rainier — Santorini sees about 13 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Barcelona vs Santorini?

Barcelona is best around April, May, October; Santorini is best around May, September, October.

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