Climate Insights for Córdoba
Andalusia, Spain
Climate Overview
The climate in Córdoba is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 488 mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 99 mm of rainfall. Córdoba is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 5°C.The climate in Córdoba is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 65°F and approximately 19.2 in of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 3.9 in of rainfall. Córdoba is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 41°F.
Temperature
Temperatures in Córdoba vary considerably across the year, with a 32°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 37°C and an average of 29°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 9°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Córdoba vary considerably across the year, with a 57°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. August is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 98°F and an average of 85°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 41°F and an average of 48°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 21°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 12°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Córdoba is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 488 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 41 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 99 mm of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1 mm. That's 98 mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Córdoba is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 19.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.6 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 3.9 in of rainfall. November and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0 in. That's 3.9 in less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Córdoba is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Córdoba is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Córdoba is during April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 42 mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 37°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 5°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Córdoba is during April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 68°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.7 in per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 98°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 41°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Córdoba based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Córdoba based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.