The best times to visit Castello d’Empuries for ideal weather are

April 16th to November 18th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Castello d’Empuries Travel Info

Weather in Castello d’Empuries

Temperature

Average temperatures in Castello d’Empuries vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 70th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Castello d’Empuries, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 81.8°F (27.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 69.6°F (20.9°C) at night.

Castello d’Empuries Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

Key
High
Average
Low

Castello d’Empuries Temperatures (Celsius)

Key
High
Average
Low

“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Castello d’Empuries Perceived Temperature (F)

Key
High
Average
Low

Castello d’Empuries Perceived Temperature (C)

Key
High
Average
Low

 

Average Castello d’Empuries Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 54.4 49.3 44.8
Feb 53.9 48.5 43.9
Mar 58.1 52.7 48
Apr 63.8 57.8 52.9
May 69.2 63 58.1
Jun 76.7 70 64.8
Jul 80.6 73.9 68.6
Aug 80.3 73.8 68.6
Sep 74.8 68.9 63.9
Oct 68.4 63 58.6
Nov 60.9 56 51.8
Dec 55.6 50.6 46.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 12.4 9.6 7.1
Feb 12.2 9.2 6.6
Mar 14.5 11.5 8.9
Apr 17.7 14.3 11.6
May 20.7 17.2 14.5
Jun 24.8 21.1 18.2
Jul 27 23.3 20.3
Aug 26.8 23.2 20.3
Sep 23.8 20.5 17.7
Oct 20.2 17.2 14.8
Nov 16.1 13.3 11
Dec 13.1 10.3 7.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Castello d’Empuries are July, December, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late June. For example, on the week of June 25th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late January and early February with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of January 29th.

When can you find snow in Castello d’Empuries? Weather stations report a very small amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around March, especially close to early March. The best time to ski (if at all) in Castello d’Empuries is often around around January 15th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Castello d’Empuries.

Key
Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Castello d’Empuries (in).

Key
Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 11% 0 1.8
Feb 8% 0 1.3
Mar 14% 0.4 2.6
Apr 15% 0 2.1
May 14% 0 1.6
Jun 8% 0 1.4
Jul 5% 0 0.6
Aug 8% 0 1.1
Sep 9% 0 1.5
Oct 10% 0 2.5
Nov 12% 0 3.3
Dec 7% 0.4 1.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 11 0 4.6
Feb 8 0 3.3
Mar 14 1 6.6
Apr 15 0 5.3
May 14 0 4.1
Jun 8 0 3.6
Jul 5 0 1.5
Aug 8 0 2.8
Sep 9 0 3.8
Oct 10 0 6.4
Nov 12 0 8.4
Dec 7 1 2.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Castello d’Empuries has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is July (57% relative humidity), and the most humid month is October (65.5%).

Wind in Castello d’Empuries is usually very strong. The windiest month is February, followed by November and December. February’s average wind speed of around 20.7 knots (23.9 MPH or 38.4 KPH) is considered “a fresh breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January where average top sustained speeds reach 37.3 knots, which is considered gale force winds.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Castello d’Empuries.

Key
Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

Key
Max Sustained Wind
Average Daily Wind

Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 18.1 Strong breeze 30.5 Moderate gale winds
Feb 20.7 Strong breeze 33.9 Moderate gale winds
Mar 18.6 Strong breeze 31.2 Moderate gale winds
Apr 16.3 Significant breeze 28 Moderate gale winds
May 18.1 Strong breeze 29.7 Moderate gale winds
Jun 15.1 Significant breeze 26.3 Very strong breeze
Jul 15.5 Significant breeze 27.8 Moderate gale winds
Aug 13.7 Significant breeze 25.6 Very strong breeze
Sep 15.4 Significant breeze 25.5 Moderate gale winds
Oct 17.2 Strong breeze 27.4 Very strong breeze
Nov 19.4 Strong breeze 31 Moderate gale winds
Dec 18.6 Strong breeze 30.5 Moderate gale winds

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 61.4%
Feb 59%
Mar 60.1%
Apr 62.9%
May 62.5%
Jun 59.3%
Jul 57%
Aug 60.1%
Sep 60%
Oct 65.5%
Nov 63.4%
Dec 61.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Castello d’Empuries?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Spain; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 22, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Castello d’Empuries, Spain is May, followed by March and April. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Castello d’Empuries in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

Key
Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 43.6 in December means 43.6% of the tourists vs. May.

 

 

Overall Castello d’Empuries Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 72.3°F (22.4°C) and 56.2°F (13.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with roughly 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with about 2 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Castello d’Empuries, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 77.4°F (25.2°C) and 55°F (12.8°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 3 to 4 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Castello d’Empuries to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 52.1°F (11.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 3 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

Best Times to Travel› Spain › Castello d’Empuries, Spain