The best times to visit Granada for ideal weather are

April 16th to July 1st

or

August 27th to October 28th

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

 

 


Other Granada Travel Info

Weather in Granada

Temperature

Average temperatures in Granada vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 39th 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 Granada, 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 98.1°F (36.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 61.8°F (16.6°C) at night.

Granada Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Granada Temperatures (Celsius)

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“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.

Granada Perceived Temperature (F)

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Granada Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Granada 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 56.4 43 32.6
Feb 58 45.6 34.7
Mar 65 51.1 38.6
Apr 70.7 57.1 44.5
May 79.2 64.5 49.8
Jun 88.6 73.1 56.6
Jul 96.4 79.2 61.2
Aug 95.9 78.7 61.6
Sep 85.1 69.7 55.7
Oct 76.4 61.2 48.5
Nov 63.8 50 38.8
Dec 58.7 44.3 33.5

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 13.6 6.1 0.3
Feb 14.4 7.6 1.5
Mar 18.3 10.6 3.7
Apr 21.5 13.9 6.9
May 26.2 18.1 9.9
Jun 31.4 22.8 13.7
Jul 35.8 26.2 16.2
Aug 35.5 25.9 16.4
Sep 29.5 20.9 13.2
Oct 24.7 16.2 9.2
Nov 17.7 10 3.8
Dec 14.8 6.8 0.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Granada are July, August, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid June. For example, on the week of June 18th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid January with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of January 15th.

When can you find snow in Granada? Weather stations report no annual snow. 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 Granada.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Granada (in).

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Snow depth

Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 20% 0 2
Feb 18% 0 1.9
Mar 13% 0 1.7
Apr 15% 0 1.6
May 9% 0 1
Jun 4% 0 0.3
Jul 0% 0 0.1
Aug 1% 0 0.1
Sep 10% 0 1.2
Oct 11% 0 1.5
Nov 15% 0 2.2
Dec 13% 0 2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 20 0 5.1
Feb 18 0 4.8
Mar 13 0 4.3
Apr 15 0 4.1
May 9 0 2.5
Jun 4 0 0.8
Jul 0 0 0.3
Aug 1 0 0.3
Sep 10 0 3
Oct 11 0 3.8
Nov 15 0 5.6
Dec 13 0 5.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Granada has some very humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is July (27.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (73.9%).

Wind in Granada is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is June, followed by May and April. June’s average wind speed of around 4.2 knots (4.8 MPH or 7.7 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid May where average top sustained speeds reach 13.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Granada.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

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

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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 2.5 Barely noticeable 9 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.5 Barely noticeable 11.3 Significant breeze
Mar 3.8 Barely noticeable 12.4 Gentle breeze
Apr 4 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
May 4.2 Light breeze 12.7 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.2 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Jul 4 Light breeze 12.5 Gentle breeze
Aug 3.7 Barely noticeable 12.5 Significant breeze
Sep 2.9 Barely noticeable 11.2 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.4 Barely noticeable 10 Gentle breeze
Nov 2.6 Barely noticeable 9.5 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.2 Barely noticeable 8.1 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 73.9%
Feb 66.5%
Mar 57.5%
Apr 55.4%
May 44.5%
Jun 35.3%
Jul 27.9%
Aug 32.8%
Sep 48.8%
Oct 59.2%
Nov 68%
Dec 72.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Granada?

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 Granada, Spain is July, followed by June and May. 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 Granada in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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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 35.5 in November means 35.5% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Granada Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 83.2°F (28.4°C) and 62.6°F (17°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second 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 quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Granada, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 88.8°F (31.6°C) and 56.9°F (13.8°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 3 to 5 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 Granada to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 62.6°F (17°C) and 55.1°F (12.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 6 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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