About Spain
Spain's territory is organized into 17 autonomous communities and 2 autonomous cities, each with varying degrees of self-governance. These communities are further divided into 50 provinces. The autonomous communities range from single-province regions like Madrid and La Rioja to multi-province areas like Andalusia (8 provinces) and Castile and León (9 provinces). This decentralized system reflects Spain's rich regional diversity, with distinct languages spoken in Catalonia (Catalan), the Basque Country (Basque), Galicia (Galician), and Valencia (Valencian). Each region maintains unique cultural traditions, cuisines, and festivals that make exploring Spain an endlessly rewarding experience.
Regions(17)
Andalusia
Sun-drenched southern region famous for flamenco, Moorish palaces, and stunning Mediterranean beaches.
Aragon
Historic region with stunning Pyrenees mountains, medieval castles, and rich Mudéjar architecture.
Asturias
Green coastal region with dramatic mountains, pristine beaches, and exceptional cider culture.
Balearic Islands
Stunning island archipelago offering world-famous beaches, vibrant nightlife, and charming traditional villages.
Basque Country
Unique cultural region famous for world-class gastronomy, stunning coastline, and vibrant traditions.
Canary Islands
Volcanic archipelago with eternal spring weather and diverse landscapes
Cantabria
Green Spain region with UNESCO caves, beautiful beaches, and the spectacular Picos de Europa mountains.
Castile and León
Largest Spanish region with stunning cathedrals, medieval cities, and the famous Camino de Santiago.
Castile-La Mancha
Vast plains region immortalized by Cervantes, famous for windmills, Manchego cheese, and saffron.
Catalonia
Vibrant region blending Gaudí's modernist masterpieces, stunning Costa Brava beaches, and world-class gastronomy.
Community of Madrid
Dynamic capital region home to world-class museums, royal palaces, and vibrant nightlife.
Extremadura
Off-the-beaten-path region with Roman ruins, medieval towns, and exceptional wildlife including rare birds.
Galicia
Green northwestern region famous for Santiago de Compostela, stunning coastline, and exceptional seafood.
La Rioja
Spain's premier wine region with rolling vineyards, medieval monasteries, and exceptional gastronomy.
Navarra
Historic kingdom spanning Pyrenean peaks to fertile vineyards, famous for the running of the bulls in Pamplona.
Region of Murcia
Sunny southeastern region with warm beaches, historic Cartagena, and Mar Menor lagoon.
Valencian Community
Mediterranean coastal region famous for Valencia city, beautiful beaches, and the birthplace of paella.
Cities(2)
Baqueira Beret
Baqueira Beret: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Sierra Nevada
Sierra Nevada: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
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Daylight, UV and air quality in Spain
Live conditions, updated continuously — sun times calculated for this exact location.
- Sunrise
- 06:01
- Sunset
- 18:18
- Golden hour
- 17:42
- Blue hour
- 18:45
Sources: Open-Meteo and our own solar calculations
Climate in Spain month by month
Long-term averages 1991–2020 — what the weather is normally like, not a forecast.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day | 10° | 12° | 15° | 18° | 22° | 28° | 32° | 32° | 26° | 20° | 13° | 10° |
| Night | 1° | 2° | 4° | 6° | 10° | 15° | 19° | 18° | 14° | 10° | 5° | 2° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 38 | 32 | 40 | 46 | 38 | 15 | 6 | 9 | 21 | 58 | 54 | 44 |
| Rain days (days) | 7 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Sunshine (h/day) | 7 | 8.6 | 9.8 | 11.3 | 12.7 | 13.7 | 14 | 12.8 | 11.3 | 8.9 | 7.5 | 6.6 |
| Colour shows how well the month suits a trip |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
Chance of rain in Spain month by month
How often it normally rains — share of days with at least 1 mm, averaged over 1991–2020.
Driest period
June – September
Driest month
July · 5%
Wettest month
April · 26%
Chance of rain
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain probability | 22% | 20% | 22% | 26% | 23% | 11% | 5% | 6% | 13% | 24% | 24% | 23% |
Rain days per month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain days (days) | 7 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Spain is from April to June and September to October. Spring and autumn offer pleasant temperatures, fewer crowds, and ideal conditions for sightseeing. Summer (July-August) can be extremely hot in the interior, while coastal areas remain popular for beach holidays.
Climate Overview
Spain has diverse climates: Mediterranean along the coasts with mild winters and hot summers, continental in the interior with extreme temperature variations, and oceanic in the north with year-round rainfall. Average temperatures range from 5-15°C in winter to 25-40°C in summer depending on region.
Monthly Weather Overview
| Month | High °CMax | Low °CMin | Rain mmmm |
|---|---|---|---|
January | 12° | 4° | 40 |
February | 14° | 5° | 35 |
March | 17° | 7° | 35 |
April | 20° | 10° | 45 |
May | 24° | 13° | 45 |
June | 29° | 17° | 25 |
July | 33° | 20° | 10 |
August | 33° | 20° | 15 |
September | 28° | 17° | 35 |
October | 22° | 12° | 55 |
November | 16° | 8° | 50 |
December | 12° | 5° | 45 |
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Where to stay in Spain
An interactive map of hotels and apartments in Spain, from our partner Stay22.
Weather in Spain
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Things to do in Spain
Tours and activities in Spain, from our partner GetYourGuide.
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Basque Country
Unique cultural region famous for world-class gastronomy, stunning coastline, and vibrant traditions.
Navarra
Historic kingdom spanning Pyrenean peaks to fertile vineyards, famous for the running of the bulls in Pamplona.
Aragon
Historic region with stunning Pyrenees mountains, medieval castles, and rich Mudéjar architecture.
Castile and León
Largest Spanish region with stunning cathedrals, medieval cities, and the famous Camino de Santiago.
regionCatalonia
Vibrant region blending Gaudí's modernist masterpieces, stunning Costa Brava beaches, and world-class gastronomy.
regionBalearic Islands
Stunning island archipelago offering world-famous beaches, vibrant nightlife, and charming traditional villages.