Güimar Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Güimar’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
The weather in Güimar changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a warm 25°C in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a mild 18°C. At night, expect even cooler temperatures, with lows averaging around 13°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Güimar by month:
The coldest temperatures are usually recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest temperatures occur near 3 PM, at the peak of the sun's warmth. August, the city’s warmest month, receives 312 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
February, the city’s coldest month, sees about 41 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 6 days. It records 184 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.
Güimar Temperatures Compared World Wide
Güimar’s average annual maximum temperature is 21°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
In contrast, in ReykjavÃk, Iceland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 9°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
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.
In Güimar, during the coolest month, February, you will experience 63% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 18°C. In the warmest month, August, the humidity is 57% combined with an average maximum temperature of 25°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.
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 Güimar’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Güimar climate page.