AI-generatedTortosa at a glance
- Best time
- Feb – May, Oct – Nov
- Warmest month
- Aug · 34°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,760 h
- Rain a year
- 482 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 18 m
Climate in Tortosa
Tortosa has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while January is the coolest at 16 °C. With around 2,760 hours of sunshine a year, Tortosa is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Tortosa
The best time to visit Tortosa is from February to May and from October to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to May. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. The wettest month is September with 67 mm of precipitation.
Tortosa through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Tortosa in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 21–27 °C by day
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days in all
Tortosa in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 31–34 °C by day
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days in all
Tortosa in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 20–30 °C by day
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Tortosa in winter
Dec – Feb
Excellent
- 16–18 °C by day
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No sea nearby
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – May
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jul – Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: March – April
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: February – May, October – November
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 15°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 25°
- Evening, 20:00: about 21°
- Night, 23:00: about 18°
08:0819:19
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 07:51–08:45 · evening 18:42–19:36
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:40–07:51 · evening 19:36–19:47
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 Tortosa compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 27° at the start of the month to 22° at the end. The days get 1.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 12° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.6 h |
What is the weather like in Tortosa in October?
In October, Tortosa is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 66 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Tortosa.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 12 min08:08 – 19:19
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 3 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 18 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 48 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %76 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Light, breathable clothes
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Tortosa
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
May has the better holiday weather in Tortosa: score 95 against 85. In May, days are 2 °C warmer than in October. May has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in May.
| Month | October | May |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 85 | 95better |
| Daytime high | 25° | 27° |
| Night-time low | 14° | 14° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 8.7 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 7 | 6better |
| Rainfall | 66 mm | 43 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 3 | 0better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Tortosa month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
75January16° · 5.4 h
In January, Tortosa is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 42 mm. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Tortosa.
Tortosa in January89February18° · 6.4 h
In February, Tortosa is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 26 mm in total. All in all, February is an excellent month for a holiday in Tortosa.
Tortosa in February87March21° · 6.9 h
In March, Tortosa is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, March is an excellent month for a holiday in Tortosa.
Tortosa in March91April23° · 8.0 h
In April, Tortosa is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Tortosa.
Tortosa in April95May27° · 8.7 h
In May, Tortosa is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 43 mm. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Tortosa.
Tortosa in May76June31° · 10.1 h
In June, Tortosa is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 16 mm in total. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Tortosa.
Tortosa in June60July33° · 10.8 h
In July, Tortosa is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. With around 10.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 17 mm in total. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Tortosa.
Tortosa in July57August34° · 9.4 h
In August, Tortosa is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 26 mm in total. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Tortosa.
Tortosa in August70September30° · 7.7 h
In September, Tortosa is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 67 mm. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Tortosa.
Tortosa in September85October25° · 6.5 h
In October, Tortosa is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 66 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Tortosa.
Tortosa in October85November20° · 5.6 h
In November, Tortosa is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 52 mm. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Tortosa.
Tortosa in November75December16° · 5.1 h
In December, Tortosa is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 38 mm. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Tortosa.
Tortosa 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 Tortosa
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°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
CoolOctober: nights around 14°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening. Muggy on about 3 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (6°), the warmest in August (21°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in June and in September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 65 days a year, mostly from July to August.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 75 | 16° | 6° | 5.4 h | 5 | 42 |
| FebruaryFeb | 89 | 18° | 7° | 6.4 h | 4 | 26 |
| MarchMar | 87 | 21° | 9° | 6.9 h | 7 | 45 |
| AprilApr | 91 | 23° | 11° | 8.0 h | 7 | 45 |
| MayMay | 95 | 27° | 14° | 8.7 h | 6 | 43 |
| JuneJun | 76 | 31° | 18° | 10.1 h | 3 | 16 |
| JulyJul | 60 | 33° | 21° | 10.8 h | 3 | 17 |
| AugustAug | 57 | 34° | 21° | 9.4 h | 4 | 26 |
| SeptemberSep | 70 | 30° | 18° | 7.7 h | 8 | 67 |
| OctoberOct | 85 | 25° | 14° | 6.5 h | 7 | 66 |
| NovemberNov | 85 | 20° | 10° | 5.6 h | 6 | 52 |
| DecemberDec | 75 | 16° | 7° | 5.1 h | 5 | 38 |
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
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Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Tortosa
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 6.5 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Tortosa, 58 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 3 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 Tortosa: 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, Tortosa has about 7 rainy days with 66 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Tortosa
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 4 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 35 min
- Fair skin
- about 45 min
- Light brown skin
- about 60 min
- Olive skin
- about 75 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 Tortosa
How breezy and how cloudy Tortosa 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 Tortosa typically peaks at 18 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 48 % of the sky over Tortosa: variable cloud, with about 6.5 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 Tortosa
How often the day gets hot in Tortosa (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, Tortosa has about 1 hot day, with an average daytime high of 25 °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
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Tortosa 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.
Tortosa has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 91) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 58).
- 90
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 22 °C by day
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 91
May half-term
May – Jun
ExcellentBest holidays
- 27 °C by day
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 58
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 34 °C by day
- 9.9 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 85
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 25 °C by day
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 75
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 16 °C by day
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 1 h 55 min
- Distance
- 1,190 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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Tortosa vs Peníscola
In October the holiday weather in Tortosa and Peníscola is about equally good (score 85 vs 87). During the day Peníscola is 1 °C cooler than Tortosa.
| in October | Tortosa | Peníscola |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 85 | 87 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 24° |
| Sea | no sea nearby | 22° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 7 |
| Best time | Feb – May, Oct – Nov | Jun – Sep |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Tortosa
When is the best time to visit Tortosa?
The best time to visit Tortosa is from February to May and from October to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
What is the warmest month in Tortosa?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 16 °C.
When does it rain most in Tortosa?
The wettest month is September with 67 mm of precipitation. The driest month is June with 16 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Tortosa get?
Tortosa gets around 2,760 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.8 hours a day; in December there are 5.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Tortosa in?
Tortosa is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Tortosa?
A nonstop flight from London to Tortosa takes about 1 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,190 km.
Which school holidays are best for Tortosa?
Tortosa has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 91) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 58). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 90, May half-term 91, summer holidays 58, October half-term 85, Christmas holidays 75.