August in Spain is even hotter than July, the temperature is heating up this month, and the sea is warming up to its maximum. This month is most loved by vacationers not because of the weather, but because of the presence of various festive processions and festivals that create the most unforgettable vacation. Even locals actively sunbathe and relax on the azure coasts in August. This month in the country is associated with a lot of vacations, so many shops can only work in the morning or evening. In the middle of the day, the cities become half-empty and quiet, inviting to rest.
The last month of summer is the peak of the beach season, but despite the sunny hot weather, the situation in the north of the country may be radically different. There may be heavy precipitation, rain and even wind. At the same time, the temperature is still kept high enough. A walking tour in the central regions will be an excellent option during the winds and rains. It is quite hot in Madrid in August, the scorching sun does not allow you to relax and most vacationers spend time in their apartments. But the southern regions of the country are great for recreation. The intense heat is softened by a light cool breeze, which makes it easy to relax on the coast, enjoy the air and the warm sea. Precipitation in the southern regions is not expected in this month.
What to expect from the weather in August 2017
The weather in Spain in August 2017 will be as hot as possible, but rains are coming in the north of the country in San Sebastian and the city of Bilbao, and the temperature will rise to +23-25, which is very small compared to the southern regions. The central regions are characterized by severe drought and the hottest possible weather, which in 2017 will break new records of +37 degrees! The east and south tolerate such heat much easier, due to the cool sea breeze. The air here warms up to +30-33 degrees. In the evening, the temperature is about +17-20, and in the south up to +22 degrees.
The weather in Spain in August 2017, in particular in the southern regions, will be excellent for a comfortable holiday. The sea, thanks to this air temperature, will actively warm up to a comfortable temperature. Near Barcelona, the sea will be up to +30 degrees, and in the regions even closer to the south and even more up to +33-35 degrees. In the north and east of the country, the Atlantic Ocean is warming up much less and will reach marks in +24-+26 degrees.
What's interesting in August in Spain
There is a lot to do and see in Spain in August. For example, a Big Week holiday is held for 9 days, during which various performances, celebrations, exhibitions take place. The theme of the holiday is chosen annually by voting of the residents of the city. At the end of summer, a farewell ceremony is held in the city of Bunyol, these days the famous tomato battle is held, which marks – Bye – bye!
