Climate guide for Guadix, Spain

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About Guadix

Guadix sits on the high plain of Granada province, at the edge of the Sierra Nevada and the dry country of the Altiplano. The Barrio de las Cuevas holds cave houses cut into the hillside, many still lived in or run as small hotels and restaurants, and the town has a cathedral and a Moorish alcazaba. Granada and the Sierra Nevada ski slopes are a short drive. Spring and autumn are the mildest; summer is very hot, and winter cold on the plain.

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Travel Tips

01Best time & timing
Target September, October, May — that is where comfort scores peak (9.9/10). July is the weakest month at 7.1/10.
02Weather & what to pack
September averages 21°C with 13 mm of rain and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
03Crowds & value
If budget matters, target May — 9.7/10 with lighter demand than September.

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When to visit Guadix: the short answer

Plan Guadix for September, with October, May close behind — the stretch with the most usable temperatures and the fewest lost days to rain: September averages 21°C with 13 mm of rain and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. The months to avoid unless you have a specific reason are July, August. If budget matters more than perfect weather, March is the strongest of the low-rate months at 7.7/10.

Across the year Guadix swings from 7°C in January to 28°C in July, a 21-degree spread, while rainfall ranges from 0 mm in July to 86 mm in March. In short, Guadix is not equally good year-round — the gap between its best and worst month is 2.8 points on the same 10-point scale.

Warmest month: July (28°C). Coolest: January (7°C). Driest: July (0 mm). Wettest: March (86 mm).

Guadix month by month

January in Guadix — reliably good (9th best month)

Good · 8.1/10

Expect 7°C (45°F) in January. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.

With around 33 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.9 hours of daylight fill the rest.

That is 8.1/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.9/10 for the best month here.

Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.

If your dates are flexible, September is materially better in Guadix — 1.8 points higher on the same scale.

February in Guadix — one of the year's strongest windows (7th)

Best window · 8.6/10

Expect 9°C (48°F) in February. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.

With around 25 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.8 hours of daylight fill the rest.

On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Guadix at 8.6/10 (7th of 12), just behind September at 9.9/10.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.

March in Guadix — reliably good (10th best month)

Good · 7.7/10

March averages 10°C (51°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.

Rainfall runs 86 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12 hours of daylight.

It scores 7.7/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.

Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.

Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.

Flexible dates? September scores 2.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

April in Guadix — one of the year's strongest windows (4th)

Best window · 9.6/10

Temperatures hover around 14°C (57°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.

With around 36 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.2 hours of daylight fill the rest.

On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Guadix at 9.6/10 (4th of 12), just behind September at 9.9/10.

Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

May in Guadix — one of the year's strongest windows (3rd)

Best window · 9.7/10

May averages 18°C (64°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Expect 42 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.2 daylight hours.

A 9.7/10 puts this among the year's best months in Guadix (3rd of 12); only September scores higher, at 9.9/10.

Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

June is one of the strongest months in Guadix (5th)

Best window · 9.4/10

At 23°C (74°F) this is comfortable city weather in June, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.

With around 19 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.7 hours of daylight fill the rest.

On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Guadix at 9.4/10 (5th of 12), just behind September at 9.9/10.

Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.

July holds up well in Guadix — 12th best month

Good · 7.1/10

Days in July average 28°C (82°F) — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.

At just 0 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.4 hours of daylight.

That is 7.1/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.9/10 for the best month here.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.

If your dates are flexible, September is materially better in Guadix — 2.8 points higher on the same scale.

August holds up well in Guadix — 11th best month

Good · 7.4/10

August averages 27°C (81°F), so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.

Rain is a non-issue at 2 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.6 hours of daylight to work with.

It scores 7.4/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.

Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.

Flexible dates? September scores 2.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

September: the best month of the year in Guadix

Best window · 9.9/10

September averages 21°C (70°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.

Rain is a non-issue at 13 mm for the month, with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.4 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Guadix at 9.9/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Plan for peak pricing, with crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.

October in Guadix — one of the year's strongest windows (2nd)

Best window · 9.8/10

Temperatures hover around 17°C (63°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.

With around 25 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.2 hours of daylight fill the rest.

On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Guadix at 9.8/10 (2nd of 12), just behind September at 9.9/10.

Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

November in Guadix — one of the year's strongest windows (6th)

Best window · 8.9/10

Expect 11°C (51°F) in November. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.

With around 22 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.2 hours of daylight fill the rest.

On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Guadix at 8.9/10 (6th of 12), just behind September at 9.9/10.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.

December holds up well in Guadix — 8th best month

Good · 8.3/10

December averages 8°C (46°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.

Expect 24 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.6 daylight hours.

It scores 8.3/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.

Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.

Flexible dates? September scores 1.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

FAQ

Frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Guadix, Spain?
In Ideal Weather mode, the best months to visit Guadix are September, October, May, April, June, November. September is the single peak month with an Ideal Weather score of 9.9/10 based on temperature, rainfall, humidity, daylight and days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
What is the weather like in Guadix year-round?
Guadix has a climate profile suited to sightseeing and cultural travel. Average monthly temperatures range from 7°C in January to 28°C in July, with Ideal Weather scores between 7.1 and 9.9 out of 10.
Which months should I avoid in Guadix?
The lowest Ideal Weather-scoring months in Guadix are July (7.1/10), August (7.4/10), March (7.7/10). These months typically combine less comfortable temperatures, higher rainfall or fewer days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
When is the rainy season in Guadix?
March is the wettest month in Guadix, averaging about 86 mm of rainfall. July is the driest, at roughly 0 mm.
Which is the sunniest month in Guadix?
July sees the most sun in Guadix, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine on average - ideal for outdoor plans.
Is Guadix a good destination for sightseeing and cultural travel?
Guadix is well suited to sightseeing and cultural travel. Its highest Ideal Weather window (September, October, May, April, June, November) aligns with the conditions travelers usually look for in this style of trip.
How is the bestime.to score for Guadix calculated?
Each month receives an Ideal Weather score from 0-10 using ERA5 climate normals for Guadix: temperature comfort, precipitation, humidity, daylight hours, and days with 6+ hours of sunshine - weighted for sightseeing and cultural travel.

Climate data: Open-Meteo ERA5 historical archive, the five most recent complete years (2021–2025). Scores are monthly averages for that window, not forecasts, and short-window precipitation can differ from longer-term normals. “Sunny days” count days with at least 6 hours of measured sunshine — they are not dry days.

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