Zaragoza
City in Spain
Zaragoza is a city in Spain with a population of about 693,091. Located 273 km from Madrid, it draws visitors with architectural landmarks such as the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, the Aljafería, and the Cathedral of the Savior of Zaragoza.
What to see
The city features notable historical architecture. Visitors can explore the UNESCO-listed Aljafería, alongside religious landmarks including the Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar and the Cathedral of the Savior of Zaragoza.
When to go
July is the hottest month with daily highs of 33 °C and lows of 18 °C, accompanied by 16 mm of rain on about 3 days. January and December are the coldest months, sharing daily highs of 11 °C and lows of 4 °C. April is the wettest month with 42 mm of rain on about 9 days.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Zaragoza Airport, located 13 km from the city. The city is also situated 273 km from Madrid.
Top sights in Zaragoza
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 33 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 11 | 13 | 17 | 20 | 24 | 29 | 33 | 32 | 27 | 21 | 15 | 11 |
| Average low, °C | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 19 | 19 | 16 | 12 | 7 | 4 |
| Rainfall, mm | 21 | 22 | 19 | 42 | 45 | 27 | 16 | 17 | 32 | 38 | 31 | 24 |
| Rainy days | 5 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 5 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Zaragoza (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.