Home to the legendary Alhambra palace, Sierra Nevada skiing, and historic Albaicín.
Population
232,000
Area (km²)
88 km²
Golf Courses
6
Museums
15
Historic Sites
12
Best Season
Mar-Jun, Sep-Nov
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Iconic Nasrid palace complex, one of the worlds most visited monuments with intricate Islamic art
Book ticketsUNESCO-listed historic Moorish neighborhood with winding streets and stunning Alhambra views
Book ticketsTraditional cave dwellings famous for authentic flamenco shows and Gypsy culture
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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.
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.
| Month | High °CMax | Low °CMin | Rain mmmm |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
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