Best time to visit
Best Time to Visit Valencia
Spain's third-largest city, home to the birthplace of paella, a futuristic arts complex, and a former riverbed turned park. It's noticeably more relaxed and less crowded than Madrid or Barcelona, with a strong claim to being Spain's best food city.
Best time to visit: March to May or September to October for comfortable temperatures.
Local tip: Paella originated here — for the most traditional version, look for arroz a la valenciana on the menu.
Getting around: The Turia Gardens' car-free park cuts right through the city and connects most major sights on foot or by bike, alongside a compact metro network.
Good to know: Traditional Valencian paella is made with rabbit and chicken, not seafood — the seafood version is a different, equally valid dish, but not the original.
What to plan your trip around
- City of Arts and Sciences
A striking futuristic complex of museums, an aquarium, and an opera house.
- Central Market
One of the oldest and largest produce markets in Europe, housed in an Art Nouveau building.
- Turia Gardens
A 9km park built along the old riverbed, running through much of the city.
- Valencia Cathedral
A Gothic cathedral said to house the Holy Chalice, with a bell tower offering city views.
Valencia weather by month
Valencia weather by month
Average temperatures and rainfall Valencia gets in each month (2011–2020). Tap a month for the full breakdown.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C | 4°C | 35 mm | 70% |
| February | 15°C | 5°C | 19 mm | 66% |
| March | 18°C | 7°C | 49 mm | 65% |
| April | 21°C | 9°C | 44 mm | 63% |
| May | 25°C | 13°C | 24 mm | 58% |
| June | 30°C | 17°C | 21 mm | 53% |
| July | 33°C | 20°C | 9 mm | 53% |
| August | 33°C | 21°C | 20 mm | 56% |
| September | 29°C | 17°C | 44 mm | 62% |
| October | 24°C | 14°C | 37 mm | 66% |
| November | 18°C | 9°C | 59 mm | 71% |
| December | 15°C | 6°C | 32 mm | 73% |
Valencia through the year
January · 15° / 4°C · 35 mm
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between City of Arts and Sciences and Central Market.
- January brings mid-winter to Valencia.
April · 21° / 9°C · 44 mm
- In Valencia, April is mid-spring.
- Good walking weather for combining Valencia Cathedral and City of Arts and Sciences in one day.
July · 33° / 20°C · 9 mm
- Rain is well below Valencia's usual level (around 73% less).
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 13°C.
October · 24° / 14°C · 37 mm
- Seasonally, October counts as mid-autumn in Valencia.
- Temperatures are falling — expect highs around 6°C lower by November.
The best time to visit Valencia is April, May and October, when average highs are 21–25°C and rainfall is around 35 mm a month.
At a glance
When to go to Valencia, season by season
December – February
Good15° / 5°C · 29 mm
Comfortable weather overall, with fewer visitors than peak season.
March – May
Best time21° / 10°C · 39 mm
Pleasant temperatures and relatively little rain: the best window for sightseeing and time outdoors.
June – August
Hot32° / 19°C · 17 mm
Very hot days. Plan sightseeing for mornings and evenings and keep the afternoon for shade or the beach.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the best time to visit Valencia?
- For pleasant, fairly dry weather, go to Valencia in April, May and October. Average highs are then 21–25°C.
- Why is April a good time to visit Valencia?
- In April, Valencia averages 21°C by day and 9°C at night, with about 44 mm of rain and 59% cloud cover: warm enough to be outdoors without the peak heat or the wettest weather.
- What is the warmest month in Valencia?
- July is the warmest month in Valencia, with average highs of 33°C and lows of 20°C.
- What is the coldest month in Valencia?
- January is the coldest month in Valencia: average highs of 15°C, dropping to 4°C at night.
- When does it rain the most in Valencia?
- November is the wettest month in Valencia with about 59 mm of rain. The driest is July, with around 9 mm.
- When is the worst time to visit Valencia?
- July is the least comfortable month for sightseeing in Valencia, with average highs of 33°C. If you go then, plan outdoor visits for early morning.
- Is the shoulder season a good time to visit Valencia?
- Yes. March, June, September and November sit just outside the best months for Valencia, with average highs of 18–30°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 Valencia before I travel?
- Compare the live forecast for Valencia from three independent weather services on WeatherCompare. When they agree, the forecast is more reliable.
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