Gibraltar Nature Reserve
The Gibraltar Nature Reserve is a nature reserve located within Gibraltar. As one of the most looked-up sights in the country, it offers access to several landmarks and natural areas.
Planning a visit
The driest months are June, July, and August, with almost no rain, making these good times for outdoor visits. Temperatures are warmest during this period, reaching highs of 22 °C to 25 °C. Conversely, November and December see the most rainfall, with over 130 mm to 176 mm recorded. The reserve is located just 1 km from the center of Gibraltar and Gibraltar Airport, making it easily accessible for travelers.
You can combine a visit to the reserve with nearby locations such as the Great Siege Tunnels, which are 0.2 km away, or St. Michael's Cave at a distance of 2.2 km. Other accessible sites include the Mediterranean Steps at 2.3 km, Gorham's Cave at 2.7 km, and Europa Point at 4.0 km.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 25 °C. The wettest is December, with about 176 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 15 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 20 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 21 | 18 | 16 |
| Average low, °C | 12 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 21 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 15 | 13 |
| Rainfall, mm | 109 | 100 | 69 | 70 | 30 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 26 | 85 | 132 | 176 |
| Rainy days | 8 | 7 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 9 | 8 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
