The best times to visit Granada are April, May, June, September and October, when average highs sit in a pleasant range and rain stays low — think May with an average high of 24.6 °C and just 6 rain days, or September at 28.9 °C with 4 rain days. July and August are peak season, with average highs of 35.2 °C and 34.8 °C alongside school-holiday crowds. Winter is the quiet low season, cool but sunny, with January highs of 13.1 °C and 8.2 hours of sunshine a day.
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Granada month by month
Average highs and lows (°C), 2016–2025. Highlighted bars are the best months.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13.1 °C | 3.5 °C | 8 | 8.2 h |
| February | 15.4 °C | 4.7 °C | 7 | 9.4 h |
| March | 16.6 °C | 5.8 °C | 13 | 9.5 h |
| April | 19.8 °C | 8.5 °C | 9 | 11.1 h |
| May | 24.6 °C | 12.2 °C | 6 | 12.7 h |
| June | 30.5 °C | 16.9 °C | 3 | 13.5 h |
| July | 35.2 °C | 20.8 °C | 1 | 13.5 h |
| August | 34.8 °C | 20.9 °C | 1 | 12.7 h |
| September | 28.9 °C | 16.6 °C | 4 | 11.3 h |
| October | 24.2 °C | 12.8 °C | 6 | 9.7 h |
| November | 16.9 °C | 7.4 °C | 8 | 8.4 h |
| December | 14.1 °C | 4.8 °C | 8 | 7.9 h |
How the months are picked.A month qualifies when its average high sits in the comfortable 20–28 °C band (scored down towards 9 °C and 37 °C), rain days are few and sunshine hours are high — at least 78 % of the city's best-scoring month. July and August are then set aside as peak season (school-holiday crowds and prices) whenever at least three other months qualify; where summer is the only comfortable window they stay. Figures are ten-year averages (2016-01-01 to 2025-12-31) from ERA5 reanalysis data via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) for the city centre coordinates.
When to go, and what to expect
Spring (Mar–May)
Excellent for exploring the Alhambra and Albaicín in comfort — April and May are ideal.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
June is a great choice; midsummer suits those who tolerate heat and want long sunny days.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
September and October are among the best months — warm, sunny and calmer than summer.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Worth it for low-key sightseeing and nearby Sierra Nevada skiing — pack warm layers.
Notable events
- March or April
- Semana Santa (Holy Week processions)
- May or June
- Corpus Christi Fair (Granada's biggest festival)
- May
- Día de la Cruz (Festival of the Crosses)
- Winter (December–March)
- Sierra Nevada ski season
Frequently asked
Is Granada too hot in August?
August is hot, with an average high of 34.8 °C and just 1 rain day. It's manageable if you sightsee early and rest midday, but June (30.5 °C) or September (28.9 °C) are more comfortable.
What is the rainiest month in Granada?
March sees the most rain days at 13, followed by January, November and December at 8 each. The driest months are July and August with only 1 rain day.
Is winter worth visiting Granada?
Yes, if you want quiet streets and short queues. Days are cool — January highs of 13.1 °C — but still bright with 8.2 hours of sunshine a day, and Sierra Nevada skiing is close by.
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Sources
- Open-Meteo historical weather API — monthly climate normals, 2016–2025 (CC BY 4.0)
- ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF / Copernicus) — the underlying temperature, precipitation and sunshine data
- ReasonStay methodology — how the best months are computed and checked
An independent guide to Granada — honest, verified, no invented data. Climate figures: ERA5 via Open-Meteo, 2016–2025 averages; the best months are computed from them, not opinion.