The best times to visit Santander for ideal weather are

April 30th 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 Santander Travel Info

Weather in Santander

Temperature

Average temperatures in Santander vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 47th 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 Santander, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 74.1°F (23.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 63.6°F (17.6°C) at night.

Santander Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Santander 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.

Santander Perceived Temperature (F)

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Santander Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Santander 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 55.5 50.8 46.9
Feb 55.3 50.1 45.7
Mar 57.7 52.2 47.9
Apr 60.6 54.9 50.5
May 63.5 58.3 54.2
Jun 68.3 63.1 59
Jul 72.1 66.7 62.3
Aug 73.6 67.8 63.4
Sep 71.3 65.3 60.8
Oct 68.3 62 57.3
Nov 60.6 55.8 51.8
Dec 57 52.3 48.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 13.1 10.4 8.3
Feb 12.9 10.1 7.6
Mar 14.3 11.2 8.8
Apr 15.9 12.7 10.3
May 17.5 14.6 12.3
Jun 20.2 17.3 15
Jul 22.3 19.3 16.8
Aug 23.1 19.9 17.4
Sep 21.8 18.5 16
Oct 20.2 16.7 14.1
Nov 15.9 13.2 11
Dec 13.9 11.3 8.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Santander are July, September, 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 late June. For example, on the week of June 25th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late January with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of January 22nd.

When can you find snow in Santander? 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 Santander.

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Snow on the Ground

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

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 34% 0 5
Feb 33% 0 3.9
Mar 27% 0 3.2
Apr 26% 0 3.1
May 24% 0 3
Jun 19% 0 2.9
Jul 16% 0 1.6
Aug 19% 0 2
Sep 18% 0 2.2
Oct 24% 0 3.5
Nov 41% 0 6.2
Dec 32% 0 3.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 34 0 12.7
Feb 33 0 9.9
Mar 27 0 8.1
Apr 26 0 7.9
May 24 0 7.6
Jun 19 0 7.4
Jul 16 0 4.1
Aug 19 0 5.1
Sep 18 0 5.6
Oct 24 0 8.9
Nov 41 0 15.7
Dec 32 0 9.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Santander has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is December (66.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (80.4%).

Wind in Santander is usually moderate. The windiest month is February, followed by November and January. February’s average wind speed of around 10.8 knots (12.4 MPH or 19.9 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early February where average top sustained speeds reach 18.5 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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Max Sustained Wind
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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 10.2 Gentle breeze 15.9 Significant breeze
Feb 10.8 Gentle breeze 16.7 Significant breeze
Mar 9.9 Gentle breeze 15.4 Significant breeze
Apr 8.7 Gentle breeze 14 Significant breeze
May 8.3 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Jun 7.4 Gentle breeze 12 Significant breeze
Jul 7.2 Gentle breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Aug 7.2 Gentle breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Sep 7.2 Gentle breeze 12 Significant breeze
Oct 8 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Nov 10.3 Gentle breeze 15.9 Significant breeze
Dec 10.1 Gentle breeze 15.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 71%
Feb 67.7%
Mar 71.8%
Apr 76.2%
May 77%
Jun 80.4%
Jul 79.5%
Aug 78%
Sep 77.2%
Oct 71.5%
Nov 70.7%
Dec 66.9%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Santander?

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 Santander, Spain is July, followed by August and March. 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 Santander 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 very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 43.8 in November means 43.8% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Santander Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 65.4°F (18.6°C) and 56.8°F (13.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 8 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 comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 5 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Santander, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 72.5°F (22.5°C) and 55°F (12.8°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 12 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 Santander to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 52.8°F (11.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 9 to 10 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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