L'Escala Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
L'Escala, Catalonia, Spain, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 28°C (82°F) and January dropping to 14°C (57°F).
L'Escala sees a moderate amount of rainfall, totalling around 654 mm (26 in) per year. It experiences a distinct dry season from June to August, creating some seasonal variation. Sunshine peaks in July, when the city sees around 9.6 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in L'Escala
Visitors to L'Escala can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 14°C (57°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 21°C (70°F) in August to around 7°C (45°F) during January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in L'Escala
Generally, L'Escala experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 654 mm (26 in) yearly. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, October it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 95 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 10 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 19 mm (0.7 in) over 6 rainy days. For more details, please visit our L'Escala Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in L'Escala
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in L'Escala. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.4 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in L'Escala by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in L'Escala.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 76%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 58%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
L'Escala 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit L'Escala
During May, June, July, August, September and October, L'Escala experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 21°C (69°F) and 28°C (82°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 19 mm (0.7 in) and 95 mm (3.7 in). Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
