Alcalá de Henares Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Alcalá de Henares’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Spain.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Visitors to Alcalá de Henares will encounter a climate influenced by big temperature differences across the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a very warm 34°C in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 11°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 1°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Alcalá de Henares by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, when the sun's heating is most intense. July, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 350 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 45 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 14 days. It records 150 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
Annual Temperatures in Spain Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Spain. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Alcalá de Henares Temperatures Compared World Wide
Alcalá de Henares’s average annual maximum temperature is 22°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Chicago, USA, has a significant seasonal range, with an average annual temperature of 15°C.
Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
On the other hand, in cooler months, especially when temperatures dip below 10°C, high humidity can intensify the cold. This makes the air feel much colder than it really is.
In Alcalá de Henares, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 77% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 11°C. In the warmest month, July, the humidity is 41% combined with an average maximum temperature of 34°C, which creates a moderate-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Effects of Temperature on Weather and Climate
Temperature variations influence precipitation patterns in Amsterdam:
Rainfall: Warm air holds more moisture, leading to heavier rain during warmer months. However, precipitation is generally moderate year-round.
Snow: Occasional snowfall occurs in winter, though it rarely lasts very long.
For more detailed information about Alcalá de Henares’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Alcalá de Henares climate page.
Current temperature in Alcalá de Henares
