Best time to visit · Valencia · Spain
The best time to visit Valencia
Weather, crowds, prices and events for every month, so you can pick the trip that suits you.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 3.0
Quick answer
The best times to visit Valencia are April to June and September to October, when days are warm and sunny, the sea is pleasant from June and the city is not at its summer peak. Visit in mid-March for Fallas, but expect crowds, noise and high prices. July and August are hot and humid but good for beaches, while winter is mild and quiet.
Key facts
- Best months
- April–June and September–October
- Shoulder season
- March, July–August and November
- Warmest month
- August (avg high 31°C (88°F))
- Coldest month
- January (avg high 17°C (63°F))
- Rainiest month
- April (~5 rainy days)
- Lowest hotel prices
- January–February and November
Seasons
Valencia has a sunny, mild Mediterranean climate: warm, humid summers, mild winters and little rain overall, much of which falls in heavy autumn storms known as gota fría or DANA.
March–May
Spring
Fallas fills mid-March with fireworks and crowds; April and May are warm, sunny and ideal for walking and cycling.
June–August
Summer
Hot and humid with busy beaches, Noche de San Juan bonfires and the July fair; sightsee early in the day.
September–November
Autumn
Warm sea in September and pleasant city weather, though heavy storms are most likely in this season.
December–February
Winter
Mild and sunny days with cool nights, low prices and few visitors; too cold for most swimmers.
Month by month
Long-term averages (rounded). Crowds and prices are relative, 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest). Daylight is sunrise to sunset on the 15th.
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Sea | Daylight | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C | 7°C | 4 | 14°C | 9.7 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| February | 17°C | 8°C | 4 | 14°C | 10.7 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| March | 20°C | 10°C | 4 | 14°C | 11.8 h | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| April | 21°C | 12°C | 5 | 16°C | 13.2 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| May | 24°C | 15°C | 5 | 18°C | 14.3 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| June | 28°C | 19°C | 3 | 22°C | 14.9 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| July | 30°C | 22°C | 1 | 25°C | 14.7 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| August | 31°C | 22°C | 3 | 26°C | 13.7 h | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| September | 28°C | 20°C | 5 | 25°C | 12.4 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| October | 25°C | 16°C | 5 | 22°C | 11.1 h | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| November | 20°C | 11°C | 5 | 19°C | 9.9 h | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| December | 17°C | 8°C | 5 | 16°C | 9.4 h | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Yearly events
Recurring dates shift from year to year; confirm with the organiser before you book.
| Month | Events |
|---|---|
| January | Feast of San Vicente Mártir, the city's patron saint (22 January) |
| February | La Crida — opening ceremony of Fallas at the Torres de Serranos (usually last Sunday of February) |
| March | Mascletàs — daily firecracker displays in Plaza del Ayuntamiento (usually 1–19 March); Fallas — street sculptures, parades and the Cremà bonfires (15–19 March) |
| April | Semana Santa Marinera — Easter processions in the maritime districts (March or April) |
| May | Feast of the Virgen de los Desamparados — processions and flower offerings (usually second Sunday of May) |
| June | Noche de San Juan — bonfires and midnight swims on the city beaches (23 June); Corpus Christi procession (late May or June) |
| July | Gran Fira de València — July fair ending with the Batalla de Flores flower battle (usually last Sunday of July) |
| August | La Tomatina — tomato fight in nearby Buñol (usually last Wednesday of August; ticketed) |
| October | Valencian Community Day — parades and the Mocadorà gift of marzipan sweets (9 October); Valencia Half Marathon (usually late October) |
| December | Valencia Marathon (usually early December) |
Cheapest and quietest times
Hotel prices are usually lowest in January–February and November, and the sights are quietest in November–February.
What to pack
| Season | Pack |
|---|---|
| Spring | Light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Summer | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Autumn | Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; Comfortable walking shoes |
| Winter | Layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; Comfortable walking shoes |
Questions travellers ask
+What is the best month to visit Valencia?
The best times to visit Valencia are April to June and September to October, when days are warm and sunny, the sea is pleasant from June and the city is not at its summer peak. Visit in mid-March for Fallas, but expect crowds, noise and high prices. July and August are hot and humid but good for beaches, while winter is mild and quiet.
+When are hotel prices lowest in Valencia?
Usually in January–February and November. Mild and sunny days that are pleasant for sightseeing and cycling the Turia, with cool evenings.
+What is the rainiest month in Valencia?
April, with about 5 days of rain on average.
+How hot does Valencia get?
The warmest month, August, averages highs of 31°C (88°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F).