Weather – Spain during summer is quite an interesting experience. The weather is hot and humid and the crowds are aplenty especially in coastal areas. In parts of inland Spain, it's considered the low season. Many people plan their trip to the country during the months of June to August.
What to do in Madrid when it’s too hot?
10 Things to Do in Madrid in the summer
- Afternoon in Retiro Park| ©Nicolas Vigier.
- Cibeles Palace terrace| ©R_Balday.
- Madrid's drive-in movie theater| ©Cintia Durán Gutiérrez.
- Water park of Madrid| ©David.
- LGTB Pride Festivities| ©Barcex.
- San Cayetano Neighborhood| ©Tamorlan.
- Madrid Rio| ©Nicolas Vigie.
Is it too hot to visit Spain in summer?
What is considered hot in Spain?
The inland areas of the Iberian Peninsula, on the Central Plateau, have a Csa or Csb Mediterranean climates with greater seasonal differences than the coast. The summers are usually hotter than in the coast, regularly exceeding 35 °C (95 °F).
Is Italy or Spain better for vacation?
With its towering cliffs, the Italian Coast is best suited for hiking, walking and exploring its colorful towns. Swimming beaches exist, but they are small. In contrast, Spanish beaches, like those on the sunny Costa del Sol or near San Sebastian, are usually wider, sandier and better for swimming and sunbathing.
Is July or August better to visit Spain?
April to May and September to October are the best times for perfect weather. In central Spain and on the Mediterranean coast, the spring and autumn seasons are marked by sunlit days and pleasant weather perfect for strolling and outdoor dining in terrazas, with temperatures cooling down by nightfall.