San Esteban de la Sierra Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore temperature statistics for San Esteban de la Sierra in Castile and Leon, Spain, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Spain.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The climate in San Esteban de la Sierra is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a warm 30°C in July to a cold 10°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 1°C in January.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in San Esteban de la Sierra 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. July, the city’s warmest month, receives 370 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
January, the city’s coldest month, sees about 80 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 15 days. It records 123 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.






San Esteban de la Sierra Temperatures Compared World Wide
San Esteban de la Sierra’s average annual maximum temperature is 19°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.
Beijing, China, experiences more extreme temperature shifts, but still averaging 20°C annually.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual temperature is 21°C, expect warmer summers and milder winters.
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 San Esteban de la Sierra, during the coolest month, January, you will experience 82% humidity, which is considered very high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 10°C. In the warmest month, July, the humidity is 47% combined with an average maximum temperature of 30°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 San Esteban de la Sierra’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our San Esteban de la Sierra climate page.