When is the best time to go to Tarragona?

When is the best time to go to Tarragona? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Tarragona are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November
  • On average, the warmest months are July, August and September
  • The coldest months are January and February
  • The rainiest months are April, September and October
  • The best months for swimming are June, July, August, September and October


Annual weather in Tarragona

Infographic of the best times to visit Tarragona
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Weather details in Tarragona month by month

To get all the information about the climate and weather in Tarragona for a specific month, click on the corresponding link below:

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Weather and climate in Tarragona

Tarragona enjoys a hot-summer Mediterranean climate in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Tarragona is 68°F (ranging from 56°F in january to 83°F in august). Annual rainfall is 29.8in, with a minimum of 1.5in in december and a maximum of 3.8in in october.
  • Between january and march the climate is not good, but still OK. At lunchtime, it's 59°F in average and it rains about 2.7in each month.
  • Between april and june the climate is good. In average, on the morning it is 68°F and it rains in june about 2.2in.
  • In july the climate is perfect. In average, on the morning it is 74°F and, in july, 2 days of rain are expected.
  • Between august and november the climate is good. It is for example 63°F as maximum temperature in november and it rains in november about 2.9in.
  • In the month of december the climate is not good, but still OK. In average, on the morning it is 49°F and it rains in december about 1.5in.

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Charts: temperature and rainfall in Tarragona

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Tarragona: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Tarragona

Find out when Tarragona has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Tarragona

  • Very low season in Tarragona
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: January, February, March, November and December.
  • Low season in Tarragona
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: April, May, June, September and October.
  • Peak season in Tarragona
    The largest number of tourists visiting Tarragona is during: July and August.

Figure: Visitor index for Tarragona month by month



Best time for low prices in Tarragona

Average prices of hotels in Tarragona month by month

Generally, April is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Tarragona. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, August is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

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Average price of hiring a car in Tarragona

On average, it costs $ 41 per day to hire a car in Tarragona. This price varies by $ 10 depending on the month. In november, hiring a car costs an average of $ 36 per 24 hours, so this is the best time to save money! In contrast, the average price in july is $ 45.

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