Climate of La Rioja, Spain
Area-weighted average across La Rioja. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
La Rioja, a subdivision of Spain, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 3.3°C / 37.9°F in January to 19.5°C / 67.1°F in August, with rainfall from 28 mm / 1.1 in to 65 mm / 2.6 in depending on the season (549 mm / 21.6 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 | 3.3°C37.9°F | 48 mm1.9″ | — |
| February | 4.6°C40.3°F | 43 mm1.7″ | — |
| March | 6.8°C44.2°F | 34 mm1.3″ | — |
| April | 8.4°C47.1°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| May | 12.1°C53.8°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| June | 16°C60.8°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 19.4°C66.9°F | 31 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19.5°C67.1°F | 28 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 16.4°C61.5°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 11.5°C52.7°F | 49 mm1.9″ | — |
| November | 6.9°C44.4°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| December | 4.3°C39.7°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit La Rioja?
The best months to visit La Rioja, Spain for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August, September. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 19.5°C / 67.1°F, and the driest is August with about 28 mm / 1.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of La Rioja?
La Rioja, Spain has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 3.3°C / 37.9°F in January to 19.5°C / 67.1°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 549 mm / 21.6 in, with the wettest month being May (65 mm / 2.6 in) and the driest August (28 mm / 1.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in La Rioja?
The hottest month in La Rioja is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.5°C / 67.1°F.
What is the coldest month in La Rioja?
The coldest month in La Rioja is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 3.3°C / 37.9°F.
When does it rain most in La Rioja?
The wettest month in La Rioja is May, averaging about 65 mm / 2.6 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 28 mm / 1.1 in.