Climate Insights for Valencia
Climate Overview
The climate in Valencia is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,943 mm of precipitation falls per year. Valencia receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Valencia is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: September, October, May. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 19°C.The climate in Valencia is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 75°F and approximately 76.5 in of precipitation falls per year. Valencia receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Valencia is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: September, October, May. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 66°F.
Temperature
Valencia has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.Valencia has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 18°F range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 66°F and an average of 72°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Valencia is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,943 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 162 mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 249 mm of rainfall. April and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 51 mm. That's 199 mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Valencia is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 76.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.4 in per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 9.8 in of rainfall. April and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2 in. That's 7.8 in less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Valencia is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Valencia is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Valencia is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 75 mm per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Valencia is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, September can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 84°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Valencia 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 Valencia 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.