AI-generatedSantillana del Mar at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Aug
- Warmest month
- Aug · 24°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 21.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,730 h
- Rain a year
- 1,155 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 84 m
Climate in Santillana del Mar
Santillana del Mar has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 24 °C, while January is the coolest at 14 °C. With around 1,730 hours of sunshine a year, Santillana del Mar is moderately sunny; July is the sunniest month with 6.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Santillana del Mar
The best time to visit Santillana del Mar is from July to August. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go in August. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from June to September. Rain is frequent from October to May; the wettest month is November with 162 mm.
Santillana del Mar through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Santillana del Mar in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 16–19 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.4 h of sun a day
- 43 rainy days in all
Santillana del Mar in summer
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 22–24 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 32 rainy days in all
Santillana del Mar in autumn
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 17–23 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 4.4 h of sun a day
- 41 rainy days in all
Santillana del Mar in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 14–15 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 3.0 h of sun a day
- 43 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Aug
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jun – Sep
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Oct – May
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: July – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: July – August
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 13°
- Midday, 13:00: about 19°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 20°
- Evening, 20:00: about 18°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
08:2919:35
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 08:11–09:08 · evening 18:57–19:53
- Blue hour
- Morning 08:00–08:11 · evening 19:53–20:04
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Santillana del Mar compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 22° at the start of the month to 18° at the end. The sea cools from 20° to 17°. The days get 1.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 22° | 18° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 11° |
| Sea | 20° | 17° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.4 h |
What is the weather like in Santillana del Mar in October?
In October, Santillana del Mar is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 101 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santillana del Mar.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 7 min08:29 – 19:35
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 19 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 62 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %25 %
- Seaweight 25 %23 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %25 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %39 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Wetsuit for longer swims
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Santillana del Mar
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in Santillana del Mar: score 70 against 27. In August, days are 3 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in August. August has 2 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 27 | 70better |
| Daytime high | 21° | 24° |
| Night-time low | 12° | 17° |
| Sea | 18.6° | 21.7° |
| Sunshine | 4.5 h | 6.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 13 | 11better |
| Rainfall | 101 mm | 59 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 5 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Santillana del Mar month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
4January14° · Sea 13° · 2.7 h
In January, Santillana del Mar is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 13.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 124 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santillana del Mar.
Santillana del Mar in January9February14° · Sea 13° · 3.8 h
In February, Santillana del Mar is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 12.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 106 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santillana del Mar.
Santillana del Mar in February11March16° · Sea 13° · 4.6 h
In March, Santillana del Mar is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 12.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 104 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santillana del Mar.
Santillana del Mar in March13April17° · Sea 14° · 5.4 h
In April, Santillana del Mar is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 13.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 95 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santillana del Mar.
Santillana del Mar in April18May19° · Sea 15° · 6.1 h
In May, Santillana del Mar is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 85 mm. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santillana del Mar.
Santillana del Mar in May40June22° · Sea 18° · 6.1 h
In June, Santillana del Mar is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 70 mm in total. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Santillana del Mar.
Santillana del Mar in June61July24° · Sea 21° · 6.3 h
In July, Santillana del Mar is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 20.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 51 mm in total. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Santillana del Mar.
Santillana del Mar in July70August24° · Sea 22° · 6.2 h
In August, Santillana del Mar is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 59 mm in total. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Santillana del Mar.
Santillana del Mar in August53September23° · Sea 21° · 5.6 h
In September, Santillana del Mar is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 20.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 81 mm in total. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Santillana del Mar.
Santillana del Mar in September27October21° · Sea 19° · 4.5 h
In October, Santillana del Mar is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 101 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santillana del Mar.
Santillana del Mar in October2November17° · Sea 16° · 3.1 h
In November, Santillana del Mar is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 162 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santillana del Mar.
Santillana del Mar in November5December15° · Sea 14° · 2.5 h
In December, Santillana del Mar is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 2.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 117 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Santillana del Mar.
Santillana del Mar in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Santillana del Mar
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
CoolOctober: nights around 12°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in February (6°), the warmest in August (17°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from July to September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to February, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 4 | 14° | 7° | 13.3° | 2.7 h | 15 | 124 |
| FebruaryFeb | 9 | 14° | 6° | 12.7° | 3.8 h | 13 | 106 |
| MarchMar | 11 | 16° | 8° | 12.8° | 4.6 h | 14 | 104 |
| AprilApr | 13 | 17° | 9° | 13.5° | 5.4 h | 14 | 95 |
| MayMay | 18 | 19° | 12° | 15.2° | 6.1 h | 14 | 85 |
| JuneJun | 40 | 22° | 14° | 18.1° | 6.1 h | 11 | 70 |
| JulyJul | 61 | 24° | 16° | 20.5° | 6.3 h | 10 | 51 |
| AugustAug | 70 | 24° | 17° | 21.7° | 6.2 h | 11 | 59 |
| SeptemberSep | 53 | 23° | 15° | 20.7° | 5.6 h | 11 | 81 |
| OctoberOct | 27 | 21° | 12° | 18.6° | 4.5 h | 13 | 101 |
| NovemberNov | 2 | 17° | 9° | 16.1° | 3.1 h | 17 | 162 |
| DecemberDec | 5 | 15° | 7° | 14.3° | 2.5 h | 14 | 117 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
43.39° N, 4.11° W · 84 m · Europe/Madrid
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Santillana del Mar
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 17.5 – 19.4 °C
Swimming season: Jul – Sep
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Santillana del Mar ranges from 12.7 °C in February to 21.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to September.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 20.6 and 22.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13.3° | 12.8° | 14.0° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 12.7° | 12.3° | 13.4° | cold |
| MarchMar | 12.8° | 12.3° | 13.3° | cold |
| AprilApr | 13.5° | 13.0° | 14.3° | cold |
| MayMay | 15.2° | 14.3° | 16.2° | cold |
| JuneJun | 18.1° | 17.1° | 19.1° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 20.5° | 19.6° | 21.7° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 21.7° | 20.6° | 22.4° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 20.7° | 19.7° | 21.5° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 18.6° | 17.5° | 19.4° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 16.1° | 15.3° | 17.0° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 14.3° | 13.6° | 15.1° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Santillana del Mar
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 4.5 of 11.1 hours of daylight in Santillana del Mar, 41 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 23 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Santillana del Mar: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Santillana del Mar has about 13 rainy days with 101 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Santillana del Mar
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 3 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 9).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 40 min
- Fair skin
- about 50 min
- Light brown skin
- about 70 min
- Olive skin
- about 90 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Santillana del Mar
How breezy and how cloudy Santillana del Mar is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Santillana del Mar typically peaks at 19 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Nov – Apr.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 62 % of the sky over Santillana del Mar: variable cloud, with about 4.5 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Santillana del Mar
How often the day gets hot in Santillana del Mar (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Santillana del Mar has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 21 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Santillana del Mar
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Santillana del Mar in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Santillana del Mar has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 67) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 5).
- 12
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 22
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 67
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 27
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 4.5 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 5
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 2.6 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 1 h 40 min
- Distance
- 940 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Spain
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- Spanish
- Sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +34
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Santillana del Mar vs Comillas
In October the holiday weather in Santillana del Mar and Comillas is about equally good (score 27 vs 30). During the day it is about as warm in Comillas as in Santillana del Mar. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Santillana del Mar | Comillas |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 27 | 30 |
| Daytime high | 21° | 21° |
| Sea | 19° | 19° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 13 | 13 |
| Best time | Jul – Aug | Jul – Aug |
Through the year
Best places in the country
Spain in October: the best places
In October, Santillana del Mar ranks 28 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 8Logroño21°78
- 28Santillana del MarThis page21°19°27
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Frequently asked questions about Santillana del Mar
When is the best time to visit Santillana del Mar?
The best time to visit Santillana del Mar is from July to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Santillana del Mar?
The sea temperature in Santillana del Mar ranges from 12.7 °C in February to 21.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to September.
Can you swim in Santillana del Mar in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 18.6 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from July to September.
What is the warmest month in Santillana del Mar?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 24 °C and nights around 17 °C. January is the coolest month at 14 °C.
When does it rain most in Santillana del Mar?
Rain is frequent from October to May; the wettest month is November with 162 mm. The driest month is July with 51 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Santillana del Mar get?
Santillana del Mar gets around 1,730 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 6.3 hours a day; in December there are 2.5 hours a day.
What time zone is Santillana del Mar in?
Santillana del Mar is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Santillana del Mar?
A nonstop flight from London to Santillana del Mar takes about 1 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 940 km.
Which school holidays are best for Santillana del Mar?
Santillana del Mar has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 67) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 5). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 12, May half-term 22, summer holidays 67, October half-term 27, Christmas holidays 5.