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Best time to visit Seville
Month-by-month weather, crowds, prices, and festival calendar — so you know exactly when to book.
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Best time to visit Seville, Spain
Month-by-month breakdown of weather, crowds, prices, and seasonal highlights.
| Month | Score | Weather | Crowds | Prices | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10-17°C, often cloudy with occasional rain. | low | low |
⚠ Can be damp and cool. | |
| February | 11-18°C, variable with a mix of sun and rain. | low | low |
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| March | 14-21°C, increasing sunshine with light showers possible. | moderate | moderate |
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| April | 16-24°C, generally sunny with occasional spring showers. | high | high |
⚠ Book accommodation and flights far in advance for Semana Santa and Feria. | |
| May | 19-27°C, warm and mostly sunny. | high | high |
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| June | 22-31°C, hot and sunny with low humidity. | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Temperatures start to climb significantly. | |
| July | 25-35°C, very hot and consistently sunny. | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Extreme heat is common; many locals leave the city. Sightseeing can be very uncomfortable. | |
| August | 26-37°C, intensely hot and dry. | low | low |
⚠ The hottest month. The city is largely deserted by locals. Essential to stay hydrated and seek shade. | |
| September | 22-32°C, still warm but gradually cooling with sunshine. | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Can still experience very hot days early in the month. | |
| October | 17-27°C, pleasant and sunny with occasional light rain. | moderate | moderate |
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| November | 13-21°C, mild with a mix of sunshine and rain. | low | low |
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| December | 10-18°C, cool with a higher chance of rain. | moderate | moderate |
⚠ Christmas Eve and Day can see some closures. |
Annual events worth timing your trip around
February
Carnaval de Cádiz
While not in Seville, the famous Cádiz carnival influences the mood and sometimes events in Andalusian cities.
March/April
Semana Santa (Holy Week)
Solemn processions through the streets commemorating the Passion of Christ, a deeply moving spectacle.
April
Feria de Abril (April Fair)
A week-long festival of flamenco, horse riding, traditional dress, and sherry in a dedicated fairground.
May
Rocío Pilgrimage
A major religious pilgrimage to the village of El Rocío, with many Sevillanos participating or celebrating locally.
May/June
Corpus Christi
Religious processions and celebrations, including a Eucharist procession through the city center.
October
Noche en Blanco (White Night)
A night where museums, galleries, and public spaces offer free entry and special events that run late into the night.
December
Christmas Festivities
City decorated with lights, Christmas markets, and special events leading up to New Year's.
Insider timing tips
- •August is exceptionally hot, making daytime sightseeing challenging; many local businesses close for summer holidays.
- •Semana Santa and Feria de Abril in April cause significant price hikes and crowd surges; book months in advance.
- •The shoulder months of October and April offer the best balance of pleasant weather, manageable crowds, and moderate prices.
- •While July and August are hot, they offer a unique, quieter experience with fewer international tourists if you can tolerate the heat.
- •Seville's climate is Mediterranean with continental influences; summers are dry and intensely hot, winters are mild and wetter.
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