Is Granada too hot in August?

July-August Summer in southern Spain is hot – and Granada is no exception. Though chances of precipitation are at their lowest during this time of year, daily temperatures are guaranteed to reach the 90s. It often gets so hot that locals don't even go outside until the evening, if there are any locals around that is.



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The highest average summer temperature in Spain is in the Andalusian city of Cordoba, where August averages are 36.5°C throughout the month of August. The second highest average temperature in Spain is also found in Andalusia: average August temperatures in Seville hit 35.5 degrees.

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Temperatures in August decrease slightly over the course of the month. In the beginning of the month, averages are around 25°C (77°F), with highs of 35°C (95°F) and 16C (60°F). By the end of August, averages jump down to 22°C (71°F), with highs of 32°C (89°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F).

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After the city of Córdoba (also in Andalusia), Seville has the hottest summer in continental Europe among all cities with a population over 100,000 people, with average daily highs of 36.0 °C (97 °F) in July. Temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F) are not uncommon in summer.

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La Palma (Canary Islands) The greenest and most mountainous of the Canary Islands is cooler on average than the other islands in Spain's Atlantic archipelago, with average summer temperatures on the coast staying below 28C.

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Weather – Spain during summer is quite an interesting experience. The weather is hot and humid and the crowds are aplenty especially in coastal areas. In parts of inland Spain, it's considered the low season. Many people plan their trip to the country during the months of June to August.

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La Palma (Canary Islands) The greenest and most mountainous of the Canary Islands is cooler on average than the other islands in Spain's Atlantic archipelago, with average summer temperatures on the coast staying below 28C.

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This is the best time to try various water sports activities on the beaches like scuba diving, snorkeling, and jet-skiing. The rising mercury level in August shouldn't deter your plan to visit Spain during August as though it's hot in this month, but there's enough to explore and enjoy.

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One of Spain's most frequently visited tourist centres, Granada contains many notable architectural and artistic monuments. The city is the see of an archbishop, and it is dotted with fine Renaissance, Baroque, and Neoclassical churches, convents, monasteries, hospitals, palaces, and mansions.

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Visit During the Shoulder Season: If you can travel to Spain during the shoulder season (April to June or September to November), you may be able to find lower prices on flights and accommodation. During the high season (July and August), prices tend to be higher due to the influx of tourists.

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Spain's most inexpensive season usually runs from December to March, which (not coincidentally) are the country's coldest months.

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