Santorini, Aegean, Greece

Black Beach

Black Beach is a notable beach located in Santorini, known for its unique black sand and surrounding mountain views. It is situated in a less crowded area of the island, providing a spacious environment for visitors. The beach's natural characteristics include clear waters, making it an ideal spot for swimming and snorkeling.

Explore places to stay near Black Beach and enjoy the unique black sand and mountain views of Santorini.

Despite its beauty, Black Beach offers limited amenities. However, visitors can find a couple of restaurants at the bottom of the hill nearby. The beach also features lounging beds, where visitors can relax while watching the waves. It's important to note that the beach does not seem to have a wide range of facilities or services, so visitors should plan accordingly.

What to do at Black Beach?

Amenities

Black Beach amenities include loungers.

Restaurants

You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the unique beauty and tranquility of the beach, particularly noting the black sand and stunning mountain views. Many visitors also appreciated the clear waters, ideal for swimming and snorkeling. However, some visitors expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of amenities and facilities on the beach.

Where to Stay near Black Beach?

If you’re planning a trip to Black Beach in Santorini, consider staying in the nearby area of Perissa, which offers a variety of accommodations within walking distance to the beach. Most visitors also explore the charming town of Fira, known for its vibrant nightlife and stunning caldera views, making it a popular base for exploring the island.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Black Beach?

Latitude: 36.3534078 / Longitude: 25.3773684

Black Beach is located in Santorini. The following map of Black Beach shows the exact location.

Black Beach: Weather Today

📅 Monday, December 8, 2025
Today might not be ideal for the beach. Expect a cooler day with a high of 17.6 °C. There's a good chance of rain, so pack accordingly. The wind might be noticeable, and could get quite strong at times. The sea temperature is around 20.1 °C, and the waves are moderate. The sun will be mostly hidden behind clouds, and the UV index will be low.
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Air

Low / High15.1°C/17.6°C
Feels Like (High)15.5°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature20.1 °C
Wave Height1.5 m
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Rain

Rain Chance68%
Rainfall2.6 mm
Rain Duration18 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:17/17:02
Sunshine Hours7.2 hrs
UV Index3.05
Cloud Cover85%
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Wind

Speed28.2 km/h
Gusts51.5 km/h
DirectionN

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