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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Santaella.
Santaella, Andalucía, Spain, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 37°C (99°F) in July, while winters cool to 16°C (61°F) in January.
The city receives around 527 mm (21 in) of rainfall per year. It experiences a distinct dry season from May to September, with very hot summers and mild winters. December is the wettest month and July the driest. July is the sunniest month, averaging 12.3 hours of sunshine per day.
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Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very hot to moderate in Santaella. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 37°C (99°F) in July to a moderate 16°C (61°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 21°C (70°F) in July to 5°C (41°F) in January.
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Generally, Santaella has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 527 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually. The seasons in Santaella bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 76 mm (3 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 15 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 2.3 mm (0.1 in) over 3 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Santaella Precipitation page.
In Santaella, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.3 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.0 hours per average day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Santaella.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 80%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 41%. 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, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Santaella. In contrast, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions. Santaella has a distinct dry season from May to September, with very hot summers and mild winters.
Daytime highs range from 16°C (61°F) in January to 37°C (99°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 5°C (41°F) to 21°C (70°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 527 mm (21 in). December is the wettest month with 76 mm (3 in), while July is the driest with 2.3 mm (0.1 in).
Santaella receives around 2,945 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 370 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 150 hours. Overall, Santaella enjoys abundant sunshine.
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