Gijón Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Gijón’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
Gijón experiences balanced seasonal shifts, with noticeable but moderate temperature variations. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a warm 23°C in August to a mild 13°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 7°C in February.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Gijón 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. August, the city’s warmest month, enjoys 222 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
February, the city’s coldest month, sees about 121 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 17 days. It records 136 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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Gijón Temperatures Compared World Wide
Gijón’s average annual maximum temperature is 18°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.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual temperature is 18°C, featuring distinct seasons.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
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.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Gijón’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Gijón climate page.
Current temperature in Gijón
