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Seville in August
Little changes in Seville from July: highs stay near 101°F (38°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), and about 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls.
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 101°F (38°C)
- Avg low
- 70°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 37%
- Cloud cover
- 18%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 26 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What August feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 101°F (38°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 17°C (30°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Low humidity, around 37%, makes the air feel crisp and dry.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 18%.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are February – May and October & November.
- Comfort holds steady from July (60 → 60/100).
- Our Andalusia: Moorish Cities & Ronda route recommends Mar – May, Oct – Nov, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes101°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 70°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Seville in August
Afternoons run hot (101°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Real Alcázar
Royal palace of Mudéjar courtyards, tilework and gardens still used by the Spanish royal family.
Why now August scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Seville Cathedral and La Giralda
Largest Gothic cathedral, holding Columbus's tomb; ramps lead up the Giralda tower.
Why now A break from 101°F afternoons.
Mercado de Triana
Market over the ruins of the Castillo de San Jorge, with produce and tapas bars.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Casa de la Memoria
Intimate nightly flamenco shows in a historic courtyard.
El Rinconcillo
Bar dating to 1670 where your tab is chalked on the wooden counter.
Nearby in August
- Ronda in August~64 mi · highs 79°F, 0.1 in rain · 12°C (22°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Córdoba in August~74 mi · highs 101°F, 0.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Granada in August~132 mi · highs 89°F, 0.1 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Lisbon in August~195 mi · highs 73°F, 0.2 in rain · 15°C (28°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~188 m to Seville's ~18 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Seville in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Seville?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 60/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are February – May and October & November. Expect highs of 101°F (38°C) and 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Andalusia: Moorish Cities & Ronda route recommends Mar – May, Oct – Nov, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Seville in August?
Average highs are 101°F (38°C) and average lows 70°F (21°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Seville in August?
Not much: about 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 18.4 in (468 mm).
What should I pack for Seville in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (101°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 70°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
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