Spain is an exciting country from many points of view, starting with its rich history and numerous cities that have records of prehistoric activity and an early organization with the arrival of the Phoenicians, which gave way to the predominance of the Romans, the Arabs, the Catholic reconquest and other civilizations that left their mark in the historic centers of the main cities and in monuments, streets and buildings.
The country of the sun offers a good assortment of the best European beaches in many regions, especially the Mediterranean coasts of the Balearic Islands or Costa Brava, the beauty of the Canary Islands or the blue bravura of the Bay of Biscay for surf lovers. All this makes Spain one of the favorite destinations in spring and summer for world tourism.
And Spanish gastronomy deserves a separate paragraph, because the Mediterranean provides the environment for a diet based on top-quality fresh products that can be seen in all the dishes that tourists enjoy with such satisfaction: fish and seafood, paellas, meats, vegetables and fruits.
Street life is a fundamental point in the cities and towns of Spain, with popular festivals, street parties, terraces of bars and restaurants and open-air concerts throughout the year, not only in the hottest seasons. Because, although there are days and weeks of intense cold, the average weather in the country is very pleasant and pleasant to enjoy the outdoors.
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Spain’s climate is generally very pleasant in most parts of the country throughout the year, with exceptions in summer, when temperatures rise considerably and there can be some sweltering days in the south and center, more attenuated in the north. And with cold winters in the north and much milder winters in the south. Spring and autumn serve as a smooth transition from hot and cold weather and generate mild and pleasant temperatures.
Weather
Average spring temperatures in the north are around 20 °C (68 °F) while in the south they can reach 25 °C (77 °F). It is recommended to travel with comfortable clothes, short-sleeved shirts or long-sleeved shirts with thin fabrics, a small coat and jeans. And for the days of strong sun, sunglasses, hat or cap, and comfortable shoes or sandals for walking, as it is a perfect time for walking.
Events & Parties
The big events of the Spanish spring are the Easter parades and festivals, as well as open-air concerts of all kinds of music, from flamenco and classical to the best indie, pop and electronic music in the world.
Price evolution
Although prices are not usually too excessive in general, it is also true that the weather is the best for a trip to Spain, especially in the south and northeast, so that in certain cities, such as Barcelona, Valencia, Granada or Seville, prices can rise significantly compared to the fall.
June – September From the end of June until September 21, summer in Spain is a very hot season, when the famous sun of the peninsula unfolds in all its magnitude. And it is also the high season for tourism.
Weather
It is normal for temperatures to exceed 30 °C during the day and cooler at night in the north, especially in Aragon, Galicia and Asturias. In the south, nights are also usually hot and in the Mediterranean. It is the time of beaches and life in the pools and the sea, outdoor parties and the heat. In the south, the period from midday to the afternoon is usually very hot and it is recommended to protect yourself from the sun with sunscreen and hats. In the north, the values are lower in terms of heat.
Events & Parties
The verbena of San Juan is celebrated in many regions of Spain with popular festivities and lots of fire and is what marks the beginning of summer. Music, film and outdoor theater festivals also continue at this time of the year.
Price evolution
As it is the high season for tourism, prices are the most expensive in Spain for hotels and flights, so it is recommended to book well in advance and take considerable time to look for bargains.
September – December After the heat, the first cool temperatures of autumn arrive, from September 21 to the end of December. Prices are also down considerably compared to the summer.
Weather
The difference between south and north is also noticeable in the average autumn temperatures. In the south, the heat takes much longer to go away than in the north, where the passage from one season to another is much faster and more drastic. It is recommended to wear more warm clothes than in spring, but not as much as in winter.
Events & Parties
Autumn is the ideal season for strolling through parks, looking at the mattress of fallen leaves on the ground and enjoying the shades of ochre and yellow. Also to see important museums such as El Prado in Madrid or the Guggenheim in Bilbao.
Price evolution
This is the cheapest time of the year and the time with the highest hotel availability to travel to Spain. Airlines with flights to the country’s main airports also usually have good deals to get travel for little money.
December – March Christmas and New Year’s Eve weather invades all of Spain and endows its cities and towns with a special mystique. The cold also arrives and a good coat is necessary to enjoy the vacations.
Weather
The coldest temperatures of the year are recorded during this season, especially in the early morning and late afternoon. In some areas of northern and central Spain it can reach 0 °C and even lower, so it is recommended to travel with wool sweaters, hats and bulky coats.
Events & Parties
Christmas celebrations with its flea markets, concerts and street life with the smell of roasted chestnuts. February brings the famous carnivals of Cadiz and Sitges, although they are also celebrated in other parts of Spain with great effusiveness.
Price evolution
Prices remain fairly low, but rise considerably on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. The same happens during Carnival days, so if you want to travel to Spain in winter, the ideal month to get cheap flights and hotels is January.
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