Ripoll Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Ripoll.

Climate overview of Ripoll

Ripoll, Catalonia, Spain, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) in August, while winters cool to 8°C (46°F) in January.

With around 1080 mm (43 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Ripoll has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed, the city has warm summers and cold winters. The wettest month is May. The sunniest month is July, with 9.6 hours of sunshine per day on average.

Ripoll Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ripoll - and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Ripoll

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Ripoll. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 8°C (46°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 13°C (55°F) in August to -2°C (28°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Ripoll

Ripoll has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1080 mm (43 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Ripoll can be quite wet during May, receiving approximately 126 mm (5 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (February), you will experience much drier conditions, with 52 mm (2 in) of precipitation spread across 11 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Ripoll Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

Sunshine Hours in Ripoll

Ripoll can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.4 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Girona, Spain (57 KM, 35 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Girona, Spain (57 KM, 35 Miles).

Humidity in Ripoll by Month

Best Time to Visit Ripoll

Conditions in Ripoll are generally most comfortable in June, July, August and September. They are typically least comfortable in January, February and December.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

  • Best overall: June, July, August and September
  • Warmest weather: July and August
  • Most sunshine: July
  • Fewest rainy days: February, July, August and September
  • Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters
  • Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -2°C (28°F).

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Ripoll

What is the best time to visit Ripoll?

June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Ripoll. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Ripoll has warm summers and cold winters.

What temperatures can I expect in Ripoll?

Daytime highs range from 8°C (46°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from -2°C (28°F) to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Ripoll get?

Annual rainfall is around 1080 mm (43 in). May is the wettest month with 126 mm (5 in), while February is the driest with 52 mm (2 in).

How sunny is Ripoll?

Ripoll receives around 2,312 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 287 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 132 hours. Overall, Ripoll enjoys abundant sunshine.

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