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Weather in August in Spain

Planning a getaway to Spain this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What is the weather like in Spain in August?

In August, Spain experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Arrós at 21°C to very warm in La Carlota at 37°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C in La Carlota and 10°C in Arrós. In Spain, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Costa Calma with an average of 0.9 mm to high rainfall in Olot with 137 mm.

Average sunshine

Meanwhile, Barcelona enjoys close to 282 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.

For specific regional insights in Spain for August, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Spain climate page.

Where to go in Spain in August

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Spain on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Spain?

Barcelona

In August Barcelona generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Barcelona
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<<   July July
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27°C 
21°C 
311 hours 
27 mm 
5 days 
28°C 
21°C 
282 hours 
45 mm 
8 days 
25°C 
19°C 
218 hours 
89 mm 
9 days 
Climate in Barcelona

Madrid

In August Madrid generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

Madrid
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<<   July July
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34°C 
19°C 
350 hours 
7.2 mm 
5 days 
34°C 
18°C 
335 hours 
11 mm 
4 days 
29°C 
14°C 
249 hours 
26 mm 
7 days 
Climate in Madrid

Calpe

In August Calpe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Calpe
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<<   July July
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29°C 
23°C 
7.3 mm 
3 days 
30°C 
24°C 
19 mm 
4 days 
27°C 
21°C 
68 mm 
6 days 
Climate in Calpe

Valencia

In August Valencia generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Valencia
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<<   July July
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31°C 
22°C 
314 hours 
10 mm 
4 days 
31°C 
22°C 
289 hours 
26 mm 
5 days 
28°C 
19°C 
234 hours 
62 mm 
6 days 
Climate in Valencia

Seville

In August Seville generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

Seville
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<<   July July
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36°C 
21°C 
360 hours 
2.2 mm 
2 days 
36°C 
21°C 
330 hours 
2.8 mm 
2 days 
32°C 
19°C 
245 hours 
31 mm 
4 days 
Climate in Seville

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Is August the best time to visit Spain?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Spain with overall perfect weather in Barcelona. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Barcelona. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be tolerable.

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