Landmark

Alhambra

Granada, Spain

Best timeApr–May & Sep–Oct

Set inGranada, Spain

In season~79°F high

Climate39–97°F

Nearest airportGRX

CurrencyEUR

LanguageSpanish

TimezoneUTC+01:00

On the map

Map showing the location of Alhambra

Directions (Google Maps) →

Historical monthly weather

Sunny share of daylightJul · 86%

WarmestJul · 97°F

WettestMar

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Alhambra: the lion fountain in the arcaded Court of the Lions

A Moorish palace-fortress of impossibly intricate courtyards and gardens.

Best time to visit

Two separate windows work best: Apr–May & Sep–Oct. Pick the one that matches what you came for.

Alhambra: honeycomb muqarnas dome in the Hall of the Two Sisters

Alhambra: visitors in a marble court seen through carved Moorish arches

Pairs well with

Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Alhambra?

The best time to visit Alhambra is April–May & September–October, in Granada, Spain.

Where is Alhambra?

Alhambra is in Granada, Spain. The nearest major airport is GRX.

What is Alhambra known for?

A Moorish palace-fortress of impossibly intricate courtyards and gardens.

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Alhambra: the Alcazaba fortress ruins and towers above Granada's hills