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Jacarandas in Bloom and the Road to Rocío

Monday, 18 May 2026Updated Monday, 18 May 2026

Jacarandas in Bloom and the Road to Rocío

Edition #138 of 365

May is reaching its peak, painting the streets of Sevilla and Málaga in the striking purple of blooming jacarandas. With the Romería del Rocío just days away, the air is thick with anticipation and the scent of wild rosemary.

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On this day in Andalucía

Today marks the final preparations for many brotherhoods before they begin their spiritual pilgrimage towards Almonte.

Weather across the region

Expect glorious sunshine across the region, with the Costa del Sol and Costa de Almería enjoying balmy highs of 24°C. Inland, Sevilla and Córdoba are heating up, reaching 30°C, so schedule your sightseeing for the cooler mornings. The Sierra Nevada remains crisp, while the Atlantic coast of Huelva and Cádiz benefits from a refreshing breeze. It is the perfect window for outdoor adventures before the intense summer heat truly takes hold.

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