Granada, SpainQuick decision
When to visit Granada?
🌞 Best time overall
June
🌡️ Optimal temperature
17°C–31°C in June
🌧 Least rain
9% rainy days in June
🌧 Wettest month
January (24%)
📅 Best score
8.8/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Alhambra & AlbaicínMarch–May or October — no scorching heat, perfect light.
Free TapasYear-round — unique tradition of free tapas with every drink.
FlamencoYear-round — Sacromonte, flamenco caves and authentic shows.
Sierra Nevada SkiingDecember–April — Europe's southernmost ski resort, 45 min from the city.
FamilyApril–May — mild temperatures, accessible Alhambra, green Sierra.
Monthly climate data
Granada weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 3°C | 13°C | 24% | 1.8 | 8.7h | 6.4/10 |
| ⛅ February | 5°C | 16°C | 24% | 1.9 | 9.5h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 6°C | 16°C | 41% | 4.3 | 10.6h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 8°C | 20°C | 31% | 2.5 | 11.7h | 7.5/10 |
| ☀️ May | 12°C | 25°C | 20% | 1.4 | 12.8h | 8.7/10 |
| ☀️ June | 17°C | 31°C | 9% | 0.5 | 13.5h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ July | 21°C | 35°C | 3% | 0.1 | 13.1h | 7.5/10 |
| ☀️ August | 21°C | 35°C | 4% | 0.1 | 12.6h | 7.5/10 |
| ☀️ September | 16°C | 29°C | 12% | 0.7 | 11.3h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ October | 13°C | 25°C | 20% | 1.5 | 10.0h | 8.2/10 |
| ⛅ November | 7°C | 17°C | 26% | 2.5 | 9.0h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ December | 5°C | 14°C | 25% | 2.2 | 8.5h | 6.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 20°C, 31% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.7/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 34°C, 5% rainy days, 13.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.9/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 24°C, 19% rainy days, 10.1h sunshine/day. Score: 8.0/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Acceptable
Average 14°C, 24% rainy days, 8.9h sunshine/day. Score: 6.7/10.
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FAQ
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June is ideal with 9% rainy days and 31°C. The months of June & September offer comparable conditions.
January is the wettest month with 24% rainy days.
Yes, June is the best month with an average of 31°C.
In winter, the average score is 6.7/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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