Climate Insights for Granada

The climate in Granada is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 2206mm of precipitation falls per year. Granada receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Granada sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Granada sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 31°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Granada is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2206mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 184mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 320mm of rainfall. April and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 78mm. That's 242mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Granada is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

It is currently summer in Granada, which began on June 21, 2026. Granada sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 19°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

The best time to visit Granada is during January and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 81mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 31°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 19°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 table below shows monthly climate averages for Granada 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.