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Picos de Europa

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Picos de Europa Weather and climate

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Picos de Europa year round climate
  • Spring (March–May): Average 13.1–16.1°C, mild and comfortable climate, rainfall gradually decreases, suitable for outdoor activities. Common activities: Hiking, flower viewing, exploring mountain towns. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, comfortable shoes.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 19.0–21.5°C, warm and dry climate, sunny days, cool nights. Common activities: Mountain climbing, hiking, stream activities. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, sun hat, sunscreen.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 15.3–19.7°C, pleasant climate, sunny, increasing rainfall. Common activities: Maple viewing, hiking, photography. Recommended clothing: Comfortable long-sleeved shirts, light jacket, waterproof jacket.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 11.3–12.8°C, relatively mild climate, but more rainfall. Common activities: Exploring mountain towns, indoor activities. Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, sweater, waterproof jacket.
Picos de Europa climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 16°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 935 mm / Summer humidity: 60%–70% / Rainiest month: January

Picos de Europa monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
11.3°C
126.3
February
11.6°C
89
March
13.1°C
84.7
April
13.8°C
61.7
May
16.1°C
46.3
June
19°C
73.3
July
21°C
21.3
August
21.5°C
51.3
September
19.7°C
74.3
October
18.6°C
98.7
November
15.3°C
109
December
12.8°C
99.7
Picos de Europa weather for the next seven days
10/18
Saturday
Sunny
20.4°C/10.5°C
10/19
Sunday
Patchy rain nearby
14.7°C/10.9°C
10/20
Monday
Sunny
14.5°C/6.9°C
10/21
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
15.4°C/7.1°C
10/22
Wednesday
Sunny
17.6°C/9.3°C
10/23
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
16.7°C/11.4°C
10/24
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
11°C/5.9°C

Picos de Europa FAQ

Are Picos de Europa worth visiting?
The Picos de Europa is one of Spain's best kept secrets - a compact mountain range that straddles the provinces of Asturias, Cantabria and León. The peaks are made of limestone, jutting sharply upwards from wide valleys created by glacial erosion.
What is special about Picos de Europa?
The Picos de Europa contain many of world's deepest caves, including Torca del Cerro (−1589 m), Sima de la Cornisa (−1507 m), Torca los Rebecos (−1255 m) and Pozo del Madejuno (−1252 m). Discovery of new caves and their exploration still continues.
How long to spend in Picos de Europa?
One can spend one entire month in Los Picos de Europa. There are small towns, churches with history, many hikes, and unique places to visit.
What city is Picos de Europa in?
The Picos de Europa National Park shares three autonomous communities: the Principality of Asturias, Cantabria and Castilla León. There are many places in it that are worth visiting, and in this report we are going to focus on the towns that in our opinion offer more scenic beauty.
What are the main attractions in Picos de Europa?
The Picos de Europa offer a wealth of attractions, including the iconic Lagos de Covadonga, the Cares Gorge for dramatic hiking, charming mountain villages like Bulnes and Potes, and the chance to explore deep cave systems for the adventurous.