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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Retamar.
Retamar, Andalucía, Spain, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 30°C (86°F) and January dropping to 16°C (61°F).
The city has a relatively dry climate, receiving around 259 mm (10 in) of rainfall per year. It does experience very little rainfall year-round, with warm summers and mild winters. November is the wettest month and July the driest. The sunniest month is July, with 11.4 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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Visitors to Retamar can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C (86°F) in August to a moderate 16°C (61°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 23°C (73°F) in August to 10°C (50°F) in January.
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Retamar's climate is marked by below-average rainfall, accumulating 259 mm (10 in) of precipitation yearly. The seasons in Retamar bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 32 mm (1.3 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 10 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 1.2 mm (0.05 in) over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Retamar Precipitation page.
In Retamar, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.4 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.9 hours per average day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Retamar.
The city experiences its highest humidity in October, reaching 68%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 60%. 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.
March, April, May, June, July, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather in Retamar. In contrast, February tends to have less optimal conditions. Retamar has very little rainfall year-round, with warm summers and mild winters.
Daytime highs range from 16°C (61°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 10°C (50°F) to 23°C (73°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 259 mm (10 in). November is the wettest month with 32 mm (1.3 in), while July is the driest with 1.2 mm (0.05 in).
Retamar receives around 2,992 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 342 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 177 hours. Overall, Retamar enjoys abundant sunshine.
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