Segovia

City in Spain

Segovia
Photo: Carlos Delgado, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Segovia is a city in Spain with a population of 52,375 in 2025. Located 69 km from Madrid, it draws visitors to see the Aqueduct of Segovia, the Alcázar of Segovia, and the Royal Palace of La Granja de San Ildefonso.

What to see

The city features notable landmarks including the UNESCO-listed Aqueduct of Segovia and the Alcázar of Segovia. Visitors also explore the Royal Palace of La Granja de San Ildefonso.

When to go

July and August are the warmest months with daily highs reaching 28 °C and 27 °C respectively, along with low rainfall of 23 mm to 26 mm. January and December are the coldest months with daily highs of 7 °C to 8 °C and lows of 0 °C to 1 °C. October, November, and December see the highest rainfall, ranging from 91 mm to 96 mm.

Getting there

The nearest airport is Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport in Madrid, located 68 km away.

Top sights in Segovia

  1. Aqueduct of SegoviaUNESCOAqueduct of Segovia
  2. Alcázar of SegoviaAlcázar of Segovia
  3. Royal Palace of La Granja de San IldefonsoRoyal Palace of La Granja de San Ildefonso

Weather by month

The warmest month is July, with an average high of 28 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high, °C791214182428272317118
Average low, °C0024712151512831
Rainfall, mm725951869252232645929196
Rainy days10711128832711128

Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Segovia (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.

Also worth a look

  • Segovia Cathedral

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