Spain Weather in August
Season: Summer
In Short: Scorching, dry
Plaza de Espana in August, Sevilla
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The average monthly precipitation is 23mm. Although it is not as dry as July, staying hydrated is still necessary.
In August, many locals are enjoying their vacation and it’s the high season of Mediterranean coast. Considering travel experience, visiting Spain in August is not recommended. If you are still interested in traveling in August and don’t mind the heat and crowds, then the La Tomatina Festival in Valencia, Minorca Island and Bilbao are better choices.
The warmest cities in Spain in August
Seville: 20-35°C (68-95°F); Córdoba: 18-36°C (64.4-96.8°F); Toledo: 18-33°C (64.4-91.4°F)The coldest cities in Spain in August
Avila: 12-27°C (53.6-80.6°F); Bilbao: 15-26°C (59-78.8°F); San Sebastián: 16-22°C (60.8-71.6°F)What to Pack for Your Spain Tour in August
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You can wear the same clothes at night as you do during the day in most places. But, if you go to northern cities, you should wear a light coat over your daytime attire because it gets a little cold at night there. In addition, since the beach is windy, you can stay warm using a beach towel or changing into thin trousers.
It is worth noting that cathedral prohibits clothing that exposes too much skin or is too short. Summer scarf is a useful solution. It can be used as a dress if being tied around the waist or as a cape covering your shoulders.
In August, the UV index reaches level 9, so packing a parasol and high-SPF sunscreen is essential to prevent skin allergies and sunburn. Hand-held fans and hydrating sprays could help you cool down in a short time. Don’t leave any regrets for the trip due to medical reasons, so pack some medications in case of heatstroke.
Top Things to Do in Spain in August
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1. Visit Menorca with Less Crowds
Menorca is a better option for travelers looking for less crowded beach destinations in August. You can get amazing panoramic views of the entire island by paragliding or taking a small plane tour. And cycling through the Cami de Cavalls Museum allows you to view the abundant natural diversity of island. At the same time, Cala Macarelleta Beach is ideal for some relaxation. There are also several wineries on the island where you can enjoy wine. A bar Cova d’en Xoroi is also not to be missed, where you can watch the stunning sunset through the cave-like window.
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2. La Tomatina Festival in Valencia
Every year on the last Wednesday of August, the small town of Bunol in Valencia hosts the La Tomatina Festival. In 2025, it will be hosted on August 27th. Before the festival, trucks will transport hundreds of tons of ripe tomatoes to serve as “bullets” in the fight. People scramble to grab tomatoes and throw them at each other. In just an hour, you can forget about your worries and completely enjoy the festive atmosphere. You can wear clothes that you no longer need and then throw them away after the festival. A baseball cap is useful for warding off tomato attacks, while goggles protect your eyes from tomato juice. Slippers are inappropriate to wear here because the ground can be slippery. The most important step is to squash the tomato before throwing it at someone; otherwise, it will hurt. Of course, there are also beautiful beaches waiting for your visit in Valencia in August. Among them, La Patacona Beach and Makvarrosa Beach are the most popular ones.
3. Spend Cooler Summer Vacation in Bilbao
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Tips for Your Spain Trip in August
1. August is Spain’s holiday season, and many locals will be on vacation for two to four weeks. As a result, many restaurants and shops will be closed, some attractions will be covered for maintenance, and some urban public transportation will be less available.2. In August, many Northern European and British tourists visit Spain coasts to enjoy sunshine. Accommodation and flight costs will be higher, and the open restaurants will be crowded, so making reservations in advance is quite important.
3. For outdoor sightseeing, start early in the morning and end your visit before noon. Try to seek shade when you’re outside to escape the scorching sun. Between 14:00-17:00, plan some indoor gallery and museum sightseeing.
August Weather of Major Spain Cities
City | Temp. |
Rainfall (mm) |
Humi- dity(%) |
Sunrise/ Sunset |
Madrid |
18-31°C (64.4 - 87.8°F) |
10 | 46 |
07:11-07:40 / 20:49-21:30 |
Valencia |
21-30°C (69.8 - 86°F) |
19 | 65 |
07:00-07:28 / 20:35-21:15 |
Barcelona |
19-28°C (66.2 - 82.4°F) |
61 | 72 |
06:45-07:15 / 20:27-21:09 |
Segovia |
14-28°C (57.2 - 82.4°F) |
21 | 54 |
07:11-07:41 / 20:51-21:33 |
Sevilla |
20-35°C (68 - 95°F) |
6 | 52 |
07:27-07:52 / 20:55-21:33 |
Granada |
15-34°C (59 - 93.2°F) |
3 | 47 |
07:18-07:43 / 20:45-21:23 |
Bilbao |
15-26°C (59 - 78.8°F) |
82 | 72 |
07:00-07:33 / 20:49-21:35 |
San Sebastián |
16-22°C (60.8 - 71.6°F) |
112 |
74 |
07:12-07:45 / 21:02-21:47 |
Salamanca |
12-29°C (53.6 - 84.2°F) |
11 | 57 |
07:17-07:47 / 20:58-21:40 |
Valladolid |
12-28°C (53.6 - 82.4°F) |
19 | 54 |
07:12-07:43 / 20:55-21:38 |
Malaga |
20-30°C (68 - 86°F) |
6 | 59 |
07:22-07:47 / 20:48-21:25 |
Toledo |
18-33°C (64.4 - 91.4°F) |
9 | 50 |
07:13-07:42 / 20:50-21:30 |
Córdoba |
18-36°C (64.4 - 96.8°F) |
3 | 64 |
07:21-07:47 / 20:51-21:29 |