Climate of Cantabria, Spain
Area-weighted average across Cantabria. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Cantabria, a subdivision of Spain, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 5.8°C / 42.4°F in January to 18.1°C / 64.6°F in August, with rainfall from 50 mm / 2 in to 107 mm / 4.2 in depending on the season (970 mm / 38.2 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5.8°C42.4°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| February | 6.7°C44.1°F | 80 mm3.1″ | — |
| March | 8.2°C46.8°F | 72 mm2.8″ | — |
| April | 9.3°C48.7°F | 102 mm4″ | — |
| May | 12.3°C54.1°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
| June | 15.5°C59.9°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| July | 17.9°C64.2°F | 50 mm2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 18.1°C64.6°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| September | 16.3°C61.3°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| October | 12.6°C54.7°F | 96 mm3.8″ | — |
| November | 8.9°C48°F | 107 mm4.2″ | — |
| December | 6.9°C44.4°F | 101 mm4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Cantabria?
The best months to visit Cantabria, Spain for sunny, dry weather are July. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 18.1°C / 64.6°F, and the driest is July with about 50 mm / 2 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Cantabria?
Cantabria, Spain has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 5.8°C / 42.4°F in January to 18.1°C / 64.6°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 970 mm / 38.2 in, with the wettest month being November (107 mm / 4.2 in) and the driest July (50 mm / 2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Cantabria?
The hottest month in Cantabria is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.1°C / 64.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Cantabria?
The coldest month in Cantabria is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 5.8°C / 42.4°F.
When does it rain most in Cantabria?
The wettest month in Cantabria is November, averaging about 107 mm / 4.2 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 50 mm / 2 in.