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Granada: Continental Mediterranean Climate with Thermal Contrasts and Scarce Rainfall

The province of Granada experiences cold winters and hot summers, with a significant influence from Sierra Nevada and the Darro River on its meteorological conditions.

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The province of Granada is characterized by a continental Mediterranean climate, featuring very cold winters and extremely hot summers, influenced by the proximity of Sierra Nevada and the course of the Darro River.

Weather conditions in Granada show significant variations, especially between day and night, where temperature differences can exceed 20 degrees Celsius. This particularity is largely due to the proximity of Sierra Nevada, which modulates the environment. Furthermore, the Darro River contributes to higher humidity, moderating extreme temperatures during the most rigorous months.
Granada's winters are notably cold, with frequent frosts from December to February, and January recording average lows near 0 degrees Celsius. Conversely, summers are very hot, with average temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius in the warmest months, and peaks that can reach 40 degrees Celsius in July and August. However, sunset and winds from Sierra Nevada cause a considerable drop in nighttime temperatures, aiding sleep.
Regarding precipitation, Granada is considered one of the sunniest cities in Spain, with an annual average of less than 350 mm. December is the wettest month, while August is the driest, with scarce or no rainfall. The rainy season extends from mid-September to late May, with November 6 being the date with the highest accumulated rainfall.
Water temperature on the Granada coast, influenced by the Mediterranean Sea, also shows seasonal variations. The warmest period for water is recorded from July to September, reaching an average of 24 degrees Celsius on August 12. On the other hand, the coldest period for water extends from November to April, with an average temperature of 15 degrees Celsius on February 19.