Spain Granada Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Granada is high
August is high for Granada.
Hot peak summer. Spanish + European holidays. Many local Granada businesses close 2 weeks (locals on vacation). Some tapa bars closed.
Travel score
Granada August Weather Stats
Avg High
33°C
Avg Low
18°C
Rainy Days
1
8mm total
Sunshine
11h
Daily avg
Humidity
50%
low
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
7 km/h
Gusts 18
Sea Temp
0°C
no swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
34°C
Nighttime
18°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
7 km/h
Max gust 18 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Festival continues
- Sierra Nevada cool
- Long days
Cons
- 33°C+ hot
- Some tapa bars closed for owner vacation
- Tourist peak
August Events & Festivals
- Peak summer + Spanish/European holidays
Granada in August — Full Picture
Hot peak summer. Spanish + European holidays. Many local Granada businesses close 2 weeks (locals on vacation). Some tapa bars closed.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Like July. Hot dry summer.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
20.3°C
7.3°C
5.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current32°C
16.7°C
1.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
22°C
9.7°C
5.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
12.7°C
1.7°C
6/mo
Granada Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12° | 1° | 6d·40mm | 5h | 75% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 2° | 5d·35mm | 6h | 70% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 17° | 5° | 6d·40mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Busy | Peak | |
| April (Best) | 20° | 7° | 6d·45mm | 8h | 60% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 24° | 10° | 4d·35mm | 9h | 55% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 29° | 14° | 2d·15mm | 10h | 50% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| 34° | 18° | 1d·5mm | 11h | 45% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 33° | 18° | 1d·8mm | 11h | 50% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 28° | 14° | 3d·20mm | 9h | 60% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| 22° | 10° | 6d·50mm | 7h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Peak | |
| 16° | 5° | 7d·50mm | 5h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 12° | 2° | 7d·50mm | 5h | 75% | 2 | Busy | Peak |
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Granada August Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Granada?
Granada in August is high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Granada in August?
Granada August averages a high of 33°C and a low of 18°C.
Does it rain much in Granada in August?
Granada August averages 8mm of rainfall over about 1 rainy days.
What should I wear in Granada in August?
Like July. Hot dry summer.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Granada in August?
Granada August sunrise is 06:10 and sunset is 20:20, with 14h 10min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Granada in August?
Granada August air quality (AQI) averages 35, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Granada in August?
In August, Granada is great for Alhambra (early or late), Festival Internacional, Sierra Nevada.
Is August peak season in Granada?
Granada August crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.