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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Catral.
Catral, Valencia Community, Spain, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 33°C (91°F) in August, while winters cool to 17°C (63°F) in January.
Rainfall is modest, totalling around 302 mm (12 in) annually. The city experiences very little rainfall for most of the year, with very warm summers and mild winters. September tends to be the wettest month. July is the sunniest month, averaging 11.5 hours of sunshine per day.
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Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to moderate in Catral. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C (91°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 17°C (63°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 22°C (72°F) in August to around 7°C (45°F) during January.
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With annual rainfall averaging 302 mm (12 in), Catral maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, September it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 41 mm (1.6 in) of precipitation, recorded across 6 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 3.3 mm (0.1 in) over 3 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Catral Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Catral. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 11.5 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.5 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Catral.
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 64%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 57%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Catral. In contrast, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions. Catral has very little rainfall for most of the year, with very warm summers and mild winters.
Daytime highs range from 17°C (63°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 7°C (45°F) to 22°C (72°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 302 mm (12 in). September is the wettest month with 41 mm (1.6 in), while July is the driest with 3.3 mm (0.1 in).
Catral receives around 2,907 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 345 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 166 hours. Overall, Catral enjoys abundant sunshine.
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