SpainWhat’s the climate like in Cantabria?
The current climate in Cantabria features temperatures ranging from a high of 24°C to a low of 13°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 19°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 6°C and in the warmer months around 17°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Cantabria in recent years was 39°C in August 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 4°C in February 2018.
On average, Cantabria receives 1152 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
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Best time to visit Cantabria?
The best time to go for a sun holiday to Cantabria is May through October. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Cantabria. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Cantabria
The climate table of Cantabria shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 13 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 19 | 22 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 21 | 17 | 15 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 7 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 17 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 10 | 9 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 155 | 140 | 93 | 55 | 51 | 62 | 48 | 45 | 81 | 94 | 185 | 143 |
| UV Index | 3 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 3 |
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- Average yearly temperature: 19°C
- Highest temperature: 24°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: 13°C in January
- Precipitation: 1152 mm per year, averaging 96 mm per month
- Driest months: 45 mm in August, 48 mm in July and 51 mm in May
- Wettest months: 185 mm in November, 155 mm in January and 143 mm in December
Weather experiences in Cantabria
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Average Temperature per Month in Cantabria
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Cantabria, Spain. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Cantabria
This graph shows how much rainfall Cantabria, Spain, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Cantabria
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Cantabria, Spain. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Cantabria
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Cantabria, Spain. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Cantabria
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Cantabria, Spain, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Cantabria
The weather in Cantabria is rated an average of 3,4 out of 5 stars by 7 visitors. Have you been to Cantabria? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Some days were beautifully sunny and mild, perfect for outdoor activities. Other days, however, were cool and rainy, making it difficult to plan outdoor activities. One package for all possibilities.— This text is automatically translated to English
Sunny periods alternated with heavy rain. The temperature was pleasant for the time of year, around 10 degrees. Great for hiking, but not for a beach vacation.— This text is automatically translated to English
The temperatures fluctuated wildly. Not ideal for a beach vacation, but fine for nature walks.— This text is automatically translated to English
Mostly it was sunny, sometimes there were clouds. The temperature was usually around 23 degrees, the ideal temperature for a summer vacation. It sometimes got cold at night.— This text is automatically translated to English
Expect rain and bring a coat. Quiet time for nature lovers.— This text is automatically translated to English
The temperature was pleasant: between 20 and 26 degrees Celsius. When the sun shone, the setting and atmosphere were perfect. It rained only a few days and the sun shone everywhere.— This text is automatically translated to English
Although it rained, the sun mostly shone.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Cantabria by month
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