Valencia
City in Spain
Valencia is a city in Spain with a population of about 840,000. It is located 303 kilometers from the capital, Madrid, and draws visitors to its historic and modern landmarks.
What to see
The city features a mix of historic and contemporary architecture. The Lonja de la Seda is a UNESCO site, and the Valencia Cathedral is a key religious landmark. For modern design, visitors go to the City of Arts and Sciences.
When to go
The climate is mild throughout the year. Temperatures reach daily highs of 29 °C in July and August, which are the driest months with 9 mm and 21 mm of rain respectively. Spring offers moderate temperatures, with highs between 17 °C and 22 °C from March to May. Rainfall is highest in September and October, with 74 mm and 84 mm respectively. Winters are cool, with daily highs around 14 °C to 15 °C.
Getting there
Valencia Airport is located 9 kilometers from the city.
Top sights in Valencia
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 29 °C. The wettest is October, with about 84 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 14 | 15 | 17 | 19 | 22 | 26 | 29 | 29 | 26 | 22 | 18 | 15 |
| Average low, °C | 8 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 19 | 22 | 22 | 20 | 16 | 12 | 9 |
| Rainfall, mm | 42 | 40 | 32 | 46 | 40 | 20 | 9 | 21 | 74 | 84 | 58 | 52 |
| Rainy days | 4 | 4 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 6 | 6 | 5 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Valencia (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.