Mid-August in Andalucía is the peak of the holiday atmosphere, where the nights stay warm and the coastline remains buzzy. Whether you are catching an outdoor concert at the Starlite festival or wandering through Seville's Alcázar gardens under the stars, the region is alive with music. With the Feria de Almería just days away, the festive spirit is truly contagious across the south.
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In 1147, a large Genoese fleet consisting of dozens of galleys arrived at the port of Almería to launch a siege against the city in coordination with the land forces of King Alfonso VII.
Source →Weather across the region
It is a scorching day in Almería and Córdoba, with both reaching a high of 40°C, while the coast in Cádiz remains much cooler at 24°C. Those seeking mountain air in the Sierra Nevada should stay alert as there is a 58% chance of rain. If you fancy a dip, the Mediterranean is a balmy 28°C, significantly warmer than the 23°C found in the Atlantic today.
Málaga · Costa del Sol
32°26°
Partly cloudy
Sevilla
35°24°
Partly cloudy
Córdoba
40°25°
Partly cloudy
Granada
36°20°
Partly cloudy
Sierra Nevada
25°16°
Partly cloudy
☂ 58% rain
Cádiz · Costa de la Luz
24°23°
Partly cloudy
Huelva
27°24°
Partly cloudy
Almería · Cabo de Gata
40°29°
Partly cloudy
🌊 Mediterranean 28°C🌊 Atlantic 23°C☀️ Sunrise 07:36 · Sunset 21:06