In Spain, the sun always shines. Yet, there have been times when we’ve dashed into our office with dripping hair and soaked to the bone or found ourselves wearing a thick coat. We’re not meteorologists, but the fact that we’ve lived in Spain for decades makes us “experience experts.” So, here’s the Spanish weather according to the Filk Sisters.
Frying an egg on the car hood
We can be brief about summer: it’s hot, very hot. It’s no surprise that most people take a siesta after a nice lunch. Then, a refreshing dip in the sea, and you’re ready for a sultry summer evening!
Spring and Autumn: A Wardrobe Dilemma
In spring and autumn, you can see on the streets how people have struggled with their wardrobe choices. One person is wearing shorts, while another is in a coat. Mornings and evenings are cool, but the rest of the day offers perfect temperatures for sitting on a sunny terrace in a lovely dress. The beauty of autumn here is that it feels like a second spring—many flowers and plants bloom again.
Winter: Snow in the Mountains
In winter, snow can fall in the mountains, and it can even freeze occasionally. In all the years we’ve lived here, we’ve only seen snow on the coast once. After living in Spain for a few years, you’ll find yourself wearing a thick coat in winter—15 degrees Celsius feels cold to you by then. If you love skiing, southern Spain is perfect in winter: within two hours, you can be on the slopes of Sierra Nevada.
And What About Rain?
The fun thing about Spain is that everyone kind of looks forward to rain. It doesn’t happen very often but is much needed for nature and drinking water supplies. So when it rains for a day or two—it rarely lasts longer—everyone is happy. Generally, November and February are the months with the highest chance of rain, and Semana Santa (Holy Week) almost always has at least a few showers. So don’t throw away your umbrella if you move to Spain, but we promise you’ll need your sunglasses far more often!
