Best time to visit
Best Time to Visit Salou
A beach resort on the Costa Dorada near Tarragona, known for its long promenade and the PortAventura theme parks.
Best time to visit: June and September for beach weather without the peak-summer crowds.
Local tip: Many hotels and restaurants close from November to March, so check before a winter visit.
Getting around: Trains run to Tarragona and Barcelona; local buses and taxis cover the resort.
Good to know: Autumn can bring short, heavy rainstorms to this coast, especially in September and October.
What to plan your trip around
- PortAventura World
A large theme park resort with a water park and Ferrari Land.
- Platja Llarga
A quieter beach backed by pine trees.
- Camí de Ronda
A coastal path between coves and viewpoints.
- Tarragona
A Roman city with an amphitheatre, 15 minutes away.
Salou weather by month
Salou weather by month
Average temperatures and rainfall Salou gets in each month (2011–2020). Tap a month for the full breakdown.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C | 8°C | 34 mm | 76% |
| February | 14°C | 8°C | 25 mm | 74% |
| March | 16°C | 10°C | 50 mm | 74% |
| April | 17°C | 12°C | 57 mm | 75% |
| May | 21°C | 15°C | 34 mm | 73% |
| June | 25°C | 19°C | 24 mm | 71% |
| July | 28°C | 22°C | 21 mm | 71% |
| August | 28°C | 23°C | 31 mm | 72% |
| September | 25°C | 20°C | 51 mm | 72% |
| October | 22°C | 17°C | 63 mm | 75% |
| November | 17°C | 12°C | 72 mm | 76% |
| December | 14°C | 9°C | 23 mm | 77% |
Salou through the year
January · 13° / 8°C · 34 mm
- Good walking weather for combining Tarragona and PortAventura World in one day.
- January brings mid-winter to Salou.
April · 17° / 12°C · 57 mm
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between PortAventura World and Platja Llarga.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
July · 28° / 22°C · 21 mm
- July is Salou's second warmest month.
- Days and nights are close, only about 5°C apart.
October · 22° / 17°C · 63 mm
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Camí de Ronda and PortAventura World.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
The best time to visit Salou is June, July and August, when average highs are 25–28°C and rainfall is around 25 mm a month.
At a glance
When to go to Salou, season by season
December – February
Good14° / 8°C · 27 mm
Comfortable weather overall, with fewer visitors than peak season.
March – May
Good18° / 12°C · 47 mm
Comfortable weather overall, with fewer visitors than peak season.
June – August
Best time27° / 21°C · 25 mm
Pleasant temperatures and relatively little rain: the best window for sightseeing and time outdoors.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the best time to visit Salou?
- For pleasant, fairly dry weather, go to Salou in June, July and August. Average highs are then 25–28°C.
- Why is June a good time to visit Salou?
- In June, Salou averages 25°C by day and 19°C at night, with about 24 mm of rain and 40% cloud cover: warm enough to be outdoors without the peak heat or the wettest weather.
- What is the warmest month in Salou?
- August is the warmest month in Salou, with average highs of 28°C and lows of 23°C.
- What is the coldest month in Salou?
- January is the coldest month in Salou: average highs of 13°C, dropping to 8°C at night.
- When does it rain the most in Salou?
- November is the wettest month in Salou with about 72 mm of rain. The driest is July, with around 21 mm.
- When is the worst time to visit Salou?
- January is the least pleasant month in Salou, with average highs of just 13°C. It's still fine for museums and fewer crowds.
- Is the shoulder season a good time to visit Salou?
- Yes. May and September sit just outside the best months for Salou, with average highs of 21–25°C and about 43 mm of rain a month. Weather-wise, they are a good alternative to the peak months.
- How can I check the weather in Salou before I travel?
- Compare the live forecast for Salou from three independent weather services on WeatherCompare. When they agree, the forecast is more reliable.
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