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Greece · Ships call at Santorini, Greece
Still warm, crowds thinning — excellent time to visit
Santorini in September offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 81°F and comfortable lows near 69°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 1 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Still warm, crowds thinning — excellent time to visit.
This is one of the most popular months to visit Santorini, so book shore excursions early. The top snorkeling spots and tours sell out fast. Lightweight layers work well: a light cardigan for evenings on deck and breathable tops for port days cover most conditions.
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Sailings that are at sea during September, with the date each one leaves port.
Grand European Discovery New York To Athens (Piraeus)
RSSC Cruises
Sails Apr 29, 2027
Grand Mediterranean Odyssey London (Southampton) To Athens (Piraeus)
RSSC Cruises
Sails Jul 30, 2027
Mediterranean Medley: Croatia, Greece & Italy
Seabourn Cruises
Sails Aug 6, 2027
Mediterranean Mosaic: Turkey, Greece, Italy & Croatia
Seabourn Cruises
Sails Aug 14, 2027
The Best of the Mediterranean
Princess Cruises
Sails Aug 14, 2027
The Best of the Mediterranean
Princess Cruises
Sails Aug 14, 2027
Santorini is a crescent-shaped caldera left behind by one of the largest volcanic eruptions in recorded history. The blue-domed churches and whitewashed houses of Oia and Fira sit on cliffs high above the water. Cruise ships anchor inside the caldera and tender passengers ashore to reach the black-sand beaches, the Bronze Age ruins at Akrotiri, and the island's restaurants.
The average high temperature in Santorini during September is 81°F, with a low of 69°F.
Santorini typically sees 1 days of rain in September. Still warm, crowds thinning — excellent time to visit.
For a September cruise to Santorini, you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and sun protection.