Does South of Spain get cold in winter?

The south of Spain from mid December to early March is unpredictable in long term forecasts. But, be sure of one thing, during January and February the nights are freezing and you will need as much clothing as you would use during the same months in the UK.



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5. Weather in Southern Spain – Huelva. Located in the southwest of Andalucia near the Gulf of Cadiz, Huelva has a relatively mild climate with rainy winters and hot, dry summers. From December until February, the temperatures are mild during the day but chilly at night, with fog often forming in the early mornings.

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Winters in Madrid are cold and dry, and snow does fall now and then, especially in late December and in January. However, Madrid isn't known to be a particularly snowy city. January is the coldest month of the year, when average temperatures can be as low as 6ºC (43ºF) on average.

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Andalusia, Spain: If you're looking to travel to Spain in winter, this is the warmest place. Balearic Islands: These islands off the coast of Spain have something for everyone. Malta: This tiny island in the Mediterranean is home to warm weather, colorful streets, and centuries-old ruins.

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If you are going to visit those cities that are far away from the coast (more than 30 miles) such as Sevilla, Granada, Cordoba, or Jaen, the best timeframe to go would be from mid-April to mid-June and mid-September to mid-November.

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Spain in winter is a great idea for travelers who are looking for a vacation with mild temperatures and no tourist crowds, while still hoping to escape from the snow and enjoy the sun.

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The best climate in Spain and the most sunshine is found in Alicante on the Costa Blanca. With an average of 349 hours of sunshine per month, it's easy to see why so many expats choose to move to Alicante, not to mention the city's lively culture scene, great nightlife and an endless list of historical sights to visit.

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Coastal Mediterranean region is marked by Leveche winds: hot, dry, easterly or southeasterly air currents that originate over North Africa. Periods of these winds, which sometimes carry fine Saharan dust, are more common in spring and are associated with a sudden, usually short-lived, increase in temperature.

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Since Spain has a number of different climatic conditions, when you go will certainly influence the kind of holiday you have. Typically speaking, Spring (March to May) or Fall (September to November) are considered to be the best times to visit Spain.

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In December, the Canary Islands, located off the northwest coast of Africa, experience the hottest temperatures in Spain.

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Both countries have Mediterranean climates, meaning they are generally temperate, with warm summers and mild winters. In Portugal, the average temperature in Lisbon is 24°C in July and 11°C in January, and in Spain the average temperature in Barcelona is around the same: 24°C in August and 10°C in January.

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Winter tourism Spain is a generally mountainous country, with well-known ski resorts located in several parts of the country, including the Pyrenees, the Sistema Central, the Sistema Ibérico and Sierra Nevada.

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