Is Seville too hot in summer? The best tips for visitors in June, July and August
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Can you beat the heat?
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Seville is, without a doubt, our favourite city! It’s somewhere you can feel instantly relaxed and at home, even on your first visit. However, it’s known as the “frying pan” of Spain, and for good reason. Seville is located in the warm, Southern region of Andalusia, which becomes extremely hot and dry in the Summer months.
Then, when you add city heat from traffic, buildings and population density, Seville itself does sometimes feel like you are literally inside a frying pan, especially in the summer months of June, July and August!
Many people ask, is Seville just too hot to enjoy a visit in summer? Honestly, from our perspective, it depends on the person, the activities you plan to do, your tolerance to heat, and also just a bit of luck of how the weather turns out when you visit, too.
Locals in Seville will often leave the city in the months of June, July or August to go to the coast and escape the heat. Maybe that gives you an indication of just how hot the city can become in the middle of summer!
However, visiting Seville as a tourist is a lot different than living and working in the summer heat. Realistically, you’ll be staying somewhere with air conditioning (definitely check for this when booking your accommodation in Seville). And you'll be able to take regular breaks from the sun, going inside or sitting in the shade with a cold drink, and do as much or as little activity as you like.
We’ve visited Seville in the height of summer when it’s over 40 degrees Celsius before, and although it’s not heat that you can comfortably sit outside in the sunshine in, we found it more than comfortable to take short walks, then head into an air conditioned shop or bar to cool down.
There are plenty of things to do in Seville to beat the heat, if you need to escape for a while. And the city centre provides lots of shade from the sun. Wander up and down narrow streets with plenty of shade, in and out of air conditioned shops, visit some of the city’s many museums, or even just find a great bar with air conditioning and set up there for the day!
You can find a full list of all the best sightseeing spots, restaurants and bars in our Seville Travel Toolkit, which also comes with a self-guided tapas tour included in the price! So you can explore all the best authentic spots with no time pressure or pre-set food orders.
You’ll even be given access to our Ultimate Map of Seville, which has all our tried & tested recommendations pinned to it, categorised, so you can see which landmark, cafe or restaurant is closest to you on the go.
Now if you’re planning to do a very quick city break and 30,000 steps per day, seeing all the highlights of Seville in only a day or two, summer is not the time to do it.
If you’re visiting Seville in summer, it will most likely feel far too hot to rush, fitting everything into a short space of time. Instead plan to take your time, adapt to the local culture, taking rest in the late afternoon when the city is at its hottest, and spread sightseeing out over at least 4 days to make sure you can see all the beauty of the city at a relaxed pace.
You could even extend your trip and spend some time at a nearby coastal destination for a nice ocean breeze. We highly recommend taking a day trip to Cadiz if you’re visiting Seville in summer, it’s a gorgeous coastal city with lots to see and just over an hour away by train.
When visiting Seville in the hot summer months of June, July and August, there are some very important things to note. It may seem like common sense, but in the excitement of exploring a new city, it's easy to forget:
Use a good, high-factor SPF as the UV index can be very high in summer
Stay hydrated! You may not feel desperate for water but you will need lots more in the intense heat and humidity
Take lots of rest breaks, especially in the middle of the afternoon when the temperatures are highest. Follow the locals and take a siesta in the late afternoon.
One of the great things about Seville’s heat in the summer is the warm evenings. You can be out at night until midnight or 1am and the temperature is still very warm. We love to sit by the river and relax on an evening, the atmosphere is amazing with regular street performances and a beautiful sunset.
Plus, in the daytime, you’ll find that the streets are a little quieter (especially in the afternoon and early evening when the temperatures are highest), and queues for major tourist attractions might even be quicker.
For a full guide to the culture in Seville, including typical meal times, food and drinks to try, local language and the best hidden gems for sightseeing, download our full guide to Seville.
So, overall, if you have a low tolerance for heat and are trying to see Seville in a very short space of time, it might just be too hot to visit Seville in summer. But, if you enjoy warmer weather, and have the flexibility to make your stay a bit longer and more relaxed, summer will definitely be hot, but still a very enjoyable time to visit Seville.
Here's some additional information which might help you with planning your trip to Seville in June, July or August:
How do I get to Seville?
Seville is easily accessible by air, with direct flights from many major cities around the UK. There is a short, public bus to and from the city centre from the airport. Seville is also easily accessible by train or coach from major cities in Spain and surrounding countries.
Where should I stay in Seville in summer?
We stayed in this apartment in Seville which we can't recommend enough if you're travelling with up to 2 people. It's ridiculously close to the Cathedral and the centre of Seville, and has absolutely everything you need. It has great air conditioning too, which is absolutely needed in this very hot city! Alternatively, search for places to stay in Seville on booking.com to find somewhere that suits your budget and group size:
Do I need a visa to visit Seville?
Citizens of most countries do not need a visa to visit Spain for a stay of up to 90 days. Read our Schengen Agreement post to find out more details about this rule.
What's the currency in Seville?
The currency of Spain is the Euro. You can change money when you arrive or withdraw from ATMs, but be aware of high conversion fees! Some ATMs may charge you to withdraw money, even if your bank doesn't. It's always best to pay in local currency, but we had no issues paying by card in Seville.
What languages are spoken in Seville?
The official language of Spain is Spanish, but English is widely spoken as Seville is a major city. It's always polite to learn a few phrases, though! You can learn some from the Local Language Cheat Sheet in our Seville Travel Toolkit. Some of the smaller, independent bars and shops, out of the main tourist areas, may only speak very little English.
What's the weather like in Seville in summer?
Seville is in the very South of Spain so it's pretty warm all year around, but becomes especially hot in summer and with very little rain. It's not rare to see temperatures hitting 40°C during the day.
Here's the average high and low temperatures for each month in summer (but bear in mind it can feel hotter due to humidity and city heat):
June: 32°C / 17°C
July: 36°C / 19°C
August: 35°C / 19°C
Is Seville too hot in summer to explore and sightsee?
If your travel style is to see all the sights in a short space of time and have very full-on city breaks, summer may be too hot to explore Seville in your usual way. But if you're prepared to slow down, enjoy the relaxed lifestyle and a 'siesta' every now and again to avoid the heat, you'll be just fine. Just make sure to stay hydrated - the beer and sangrias are tempting, but a water every now and again will help more with the heat!
What's the time zone in Seville?
Spain is in the Central European Time Zone, usually an hour ahead of the UK.
What other sights are worth seeing in Seville in summer? Are there any hidden gems?
We have absolutely loads of recommendations of things to do in our Seville Travel Toolkit, a full digital guide to Seville including a self-guided tapas tour, must-sees, hidden gems, bar and restaurant guides, and even language and culture information.
Alternatively, you can look for things to do in Seville with GetYourGuide here.
