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    Granada

    Home to the legendary Alhambra palace, Sierra Nevada skiing, and historic Albaicín.

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    About Granada

    Home to the legendary Alhambra palace, Sierra Nevada skiing, and historic Albaicín.

    Quick Facts

    Population

    232,000

    Area (km²)

    88 km²

    Golf Courses

    6

    Museums

    15

    Historic Sites

    12

    Best Season

    Mar-Jun, Sep-Nov

    Daylight, UV and air quality in Granada

    Live conditions, updated continuously — sun times calculated for this exact location.

    Daylight
    12h 15m
    Day length
    Sunrise
    06:01
    Sunset
    18:16
    Golden hour
    17:42
    Blue hour
    18:42
    2 min less daylight than yesterday
    UV indexLive
    Air qualityLive

    Sources: Open-Meteo and our own solar calculations

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    Where to stay in Granada

    An interactive map of hotels and apartments in Granada, from our partner Stay22.

    Top Attractions

    Alhambra Palace

    Iconic Nasrid palace complex, one of the worlds most visited monuments with intricate Islamic art

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    Albaicín Quarter

    UNESCO-listed historic Moorish neighborhood with winding streets and stunning Alhambra views

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    Sacromonte Caves

    Traditional cave dwellings famous for authentic flamenco shows and Gypsy culture

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    Things to do in Granada

    Tours and activities in Granada, from our partner GetYourGuide.

    Best Time to Visit

    The best time to visit Granada is from March to May and September to October. Spring offers pleasant weather for exploring the Alhambra and the Sierra Nevada still has snow for skiing. Autumn brings golden colors to the Albaicín. Summer can be very hot (35°C+), while winter is cold but perfect for skiing in the nearby mountains.

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    Climate Overview

    Climate Type: Mediterranean continental

    Granada has a Mediterranean continental climate with significant temperature variations. Summers are hot and dry (30-35°C), while winters can be cold (0-12°C) with occasional snow in the city. The Sierra Nevada mountains nearby allow skiing just 30 minutes from the city. Granada has a unique climate that can be hot in summer yet cold enough for winter sports.

    Monthly Weather Overview

    Month
    Max
    Min
    mm
    January
    12°1°40
    February
    14°2°35
    March
    17°5°35
    April
    20°7°40
    May
    24°11°30
    June
    30°15°10
    July
    34°18°2
    August
    34°18°3
    September
    29°15°20
    October
    22°10°40
    November
    16°5°45
    December
    12°2°50

    Weather in Granada

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