🗓️ Best Time to Visit
When Should You Visit Seville?
Top months: Mar · Apr · May · Sep · Oct · Nov. Compare 12-month weather, festivals, and pricing on one page to find your match.
Quick Answer
The best time to visit Seville is Mar · Apr · May · Sep · Oct · Nov. These months balance pleasant weather, festival programming, and manageable crowds — the canonical first-visit pick.
Seville by Season
★ Top Pick
🌸 Spring (Mar-May)
Avg 24°C / 11°C
- • Spring begins — orange blossom (azahar) scents the city
- • Semana Santa may fall in late March some years
- • Pleasant, blooming weather before peak prices
☀️ Summer (Jun-Aug)
Avg 35°C / 19°C
- • Summer heat begins in earnest
- • Long days — sunset near 21:45
- • Warm, lively late-night street life
★ Top Pick
🍁 Fall (Sep-Nov)
Avg 26°C / 14°C
- • Heat eases into a pleasant late summer
- • Strong shoulder-season value returns
- • Warm-evening tapas terrace season
❄️ Winter (Dec-Feb)
Avg 17°C / 7°C
- • Three Kings Day / Reyes Magos (Jan 6) — major Spanish holiday, parades
- • Low season — cheapest hotels of the year (30-50% off)
- • Mild, quiet city — short queues at the Alcázar and Cathedral
Month-by-Month at a Glance
| Month | Temp (°C) | Rain | What to Pack | Crowds·Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16/6 | 7d | Mild winter — averages 16°C/6°C (61°F/43°F), the coolest month. A warm jacket or coat, sweaters, and long trousers; mornings and evenings are chilly. Pack a light rain jacket or umbrella for occasional wet spells. | Low |
| February | 18/7 | 6d | Late winter warming up — around 18°C/7°C (64°F/45°F). A light jacket or coat for the day, with sweaters and a scarf for cooler mornings and evenings. A light rain layer is handy. | Low |
| ★ March | 21/9 | 6d | Early spring — around 21°C/9°C (70°F/48°F). Light layers: a shirt or light sweater with a jacket for the bigger morning/evening swing. Sunglasses for the brightening days. | Mid |
| ★ April | 23/11 | 6d | Spring at its best — around 23°C/11°C (73°F/52°F). Light clothing for warm days, with a light jacket or cardigan for the evening. Sunglasses, a hat, and SPF for the strengthening sun. | High |
| ★ May | 27/13 | 4d | Warm late spring — around 27°C/13°C (81°F/55°F). Light, breathable summer clothing for the day, with a light layer for the evening. Sun hat, sunglasses, and SPF essential. | High |
| June | 32/17 | 1d | Hot, dry early summer — around 32°C/17°C (90°F/63°F). Light, loose, breathable clothing only. Sun hat, sunglasses, SPF 50+, and a refillable water bottle are essential. Evenings are pleasantly warm. | Mid |
| July | 36/20 | 0d | Extreme heat — around 36°C/20°C (97°F/68°F) and often hotter, one of Europe's hottest cities. Minimal light clothing, a wide-brim hat, sunglasses, SPF 50+, and constant water. The midday sun is dangerous. | Mid |
| August | 36/20 | 1d | Extreme heat continues — around 36°C/20°C (97°F/68°F), often above 40°C (104°F). Minimal light clothing, hat, sunglasses, SPF 50+, and water at all times. The midday sun is dangerous. | Mid |
| ★ September | 32/18 | 3d | Summer easing — around 32°C/18°C (90°F/64°F). Light, breathable clothing for warm days; a light layer for the cooler evenings later in the month. Sun hat, sunglasses, and SPF still needed. | Mid |
| ★ October | 26/14 | 6d | Warm, comfortable autumn — around 26°C/14°C (79°F/57°F). Light clothing for the day with a light jacket or cardigan for the cooler evenings. Sunglasses and SPF still useful; a folding umbrella for occasional rain. | Mid |
| ★ November | 20/10 | 7d | Mild, wetter autumn — around 20°C/10°C (68°F/50°F). A light jacket or sweater for the day, a warmer layer and a rain jacket or umbrella for the evenings and showers. | Low |
| December | 17/7 | 7d | Mild winter — around 17°C/7°C (63°F/45°F). A warm jacket or coat, sweaters, and a scarf for chilly mornings and evenings. A rain jacket or umbrella for wet spells. | Mid |
★ = recommended season. Full month guides on the monthly weather pages.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to visit Seville?
The best time to visit Seville is Mar · Apr · May · Sep · Oct · Nov. These months offer the most pleasant weather and full outdoor activity calendars. March is the start of Seville's best season — around 21°C/9°C (70°F/48°F) with about 55mm of rain. The famous orange-blossom (azahar) scent fills the streets, and the city feels alive with spring.
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What's the price difference between peak and off-season in Seville?
Prices vary significantly by season. Weekday departures during shoulder season offer the best value.
Is it okay to visit Seville in winter?
Seville winter averages 17°C / 7°C. It's cold, but you trade weather for off-season pricing and seasonal events (Christmas markets, indoor museums, winter festivals). Bring a heavy parka, scarf, and gloves.
Should I visit Seville during summer holiday season?
Seville mid-summer (July-August) averages 36°C highs. This is the most expensive season — airfare and hotels peak — but outdoor festivals run at full capacity. Book 3-6 months ahead and prepare for heat.
What's the cheapest month to visit Seville?
January, February, November is the off-season — flights and hotels are at annual lows. Trade-off: this is usually cold or rainy season, so adjust packing and indoor-activity weight accordingly.
Why you can trust this guide
Jimmy Kong
TripPick founder · Travel content creator
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.
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