Climate Insights for Viñales
León, Castile and León, Spain
Climate Overview
The climate in Viñales is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 1,025 mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 133 mm of rainfall. Viñales is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 180cm accumulating over the season.The climate in Viñales is temperate. The average annual temperature is 50°F and approximately 40.3 in of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 5.2 in of rainfall. Viñales is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 32°F. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 71in accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Temperatures in Viñales vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 25°C and the mean temperature sits around 19°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 0°C and the daily average is 3°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Viñales vary considerably across the year, with a 45°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 77°F and the mean temperature sits around 66°F. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to 32°F and the daily average is 38°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Viñales is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,025 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 85 mm per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 133 mm of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 18 mm. That's 114 mm less than December, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 180cm accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 43cm.Viñales is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 40.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.3 in per month. The wettest month is December, averaging 5.2 in of rainfall. November and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.7 in. That's 4.5 in less than December, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 71in accumulating over the season. March typically sees the most snow at around 17in.
Wind
Viñales is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Viñales is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 5mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 4mph, 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 Viñales is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 36 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 0°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Viñales is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 64°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.4 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 32°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 Viñales 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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 Viñales 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. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.