Almería
Almería is a dry, sunny port city in southeastern Spain, with a medieval fortress above the old town, a volcanic coastal park to the east and a desert to the north.
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Almería is a coastal city in southeastern Spain and the capital of the province of the same name, in Andalusia. It sits on the Gulf of Almería, an inlet of the Mediterranean, with the Sierra de Gádor to the west and the Andarax river delta to the east. The old quarter climbs toward the Alcazaba, a medieval Muslim fortress begun in the 10th century, with triple walls, a keep and gardens.
The Catedral de la Encarnación was rebuilt in Renaissance style after the 1522 earthquake, and its fortress-like towers and walkways were built against pirate raids. Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park lies east of the city, a park of volcanic origin with fishing villages and protected beaches. The Tabernas Desert lies north, where many Spaghetti Western film sets remain as tourist attractions. Lawrence of Arabia (1962) was shot in the Almería area. Summers are hot, with typical highs near 30 °C in July and August, and winters are mild. Almería Airport lies about 8 km east of the city.
Almería in five
- Visit the Alcazaba earlyThe Moorish fortress above the old quarter has a walled garden and a view over the port. Go in the morning, wear a hat and check current hours before you set out.
- Drive to Cabo de Gata or book a tourThe park's coves, salt flats and villages are spread along a winding coast, and bus service is limited. Hire a car, or compare day tours if you would rather not drive.Andalucía travel guide
- Ask for the free tapaMany bars in Almería bring a small tapa with each drink at no extra cost, a local habit shared with Granada. Ask at the bar when you order, and move on after one round.Granada travel guide
- Plan around heat and shadeCabo de Gata has little shade, and summer midday is hot. Walk early, carry water and book parking-friendly times for the best coves in July and August.
Things to do in Almería
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Need to know
- Airport
- Almería (LEI), about 15–20 min by bus or taxi
- Getting there
- Granada by bus about 2–2.5 hr; Málaga about 3 hr
- Getting around
- Walk the center; car or tour for Cabo de Gata
- Best base
- Almería center; San José or Rodalquilar for the park
- Time needed
- 1 day for the city; 3 with the park
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- JanuaryClear3 rainy daysHigh16°Low9°Mild, sunnyJanuaryClear
Good
- High
- 16°
- Low
- 9°
- Precipitation
- 19 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, sunny
- FebruaryClear2 rainy daysHigh17°Low10°Mild, dryFebruaryClear
Best
- High
- 17°
- Low
- 10°
- Precipitation
- 9 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, dry
- MarchClear7 rainy daysHigh18°Low11°Spring warmthMarchClear
Good
- High
- 18°
- Low
- 11°
- Precipitation
- 57 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Spring warmth
- AprilClear6 rainy daysHigh20°Low13°Warm, calmAprilClear
Best
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 13°
- Precipitation
- 32 mm
- Rainy days
- 6
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, calm
- MayClear4 rainy daysHigh24°Low17°Hiking seasonMayClear
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 34 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hiking season
- JuneClear2 rainy daysHigh28°Low21°Beach seasonJuneClear
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 8 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Beach season
- JulyClear0 rainy daysHigh31°Low24°Hot, dryJulyClear
Best
- High
- 31°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 0 mm
- Rainy days
- 0
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, dry
- AugustClear1 rainy dayHigh31°Low24°Very hotAugustClear
Best
- High
- 31°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 6 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Very hot
- SeptemberClear3 rainy daysHigh28°Low21°Warm seaSeptemberClear
Best
- High
- 28°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 28 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm sea
- OctoberClear4 rainy daysHigh24°Low18°Mild, hikingOctoberClear
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 32 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, hiking
- NovemberClear4 rainy daysHigh20°Low13°Mild, quietNovemberClear
Best
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 13°
- Precipitation
- 21 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, quiet
- DecemberClear4 rainy daysHigh17°Low10°Mild, lightsDecemberClear
Good
- High
- 17°
- Low
- 10°
- Precipitation
- 31 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, lights
Average daily high and low in Almería, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Almería
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- 20°
- Humidity
- 72%
- Wind
- 5 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 0%
Almería
09:47 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today22°19°0%Monday: Cloudy. High 22°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Tue21°18°5%Tuesday: Cloudy. High 21°, Low 18°. Chance of rain 5%.
- Wed19°17°53%Wednesday: Rain. High 19°, Low 17°. Chance of rain 53%.
- Thu21°17°18%Thursday: Cloudy. High 21°, Low 17°. Chance of rain 18%.
- Fri21°18°1%Friday: Cloudy. High 21°, Low 18°. Chance of rain 1%.
- Sat21°17°5%Saturday: Cloudy. High 21°, Low 17°. Chance of rain 5%.
- Sun22°19°20%Sunday: Rain. High 22°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 20%.
Updated 09:31 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Day trips by train
- Cabo de Gata-Níjarabout 40–60 min by carVolcanic coast, salt flats and small coves.
- Tabernas desertabout 30–40 min by carA badlands landscape used for many film sets.
- Mojácarabout 1 hr by carA whitewashed hill village above a long beach.
Before you go to Almería
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Rules for Almería, checked
- Dial 112 for any emergency in Almería. Operators answer in Spanish, English, French, German and Arabic.
- Municipal rules restrict vehicle use of some streets, set speed limits and define loading and unloading hours in the urban area; check the current rules before driving into the old town.Source
- Spain follows Schengen Area entry rules; check passport and visa requirements for your nationality on the official foreign ministry site before you travel.
- Earthquakes are common in the area, mainly linked to the Carboneras fault. Note the exits in your hotel.
- On city cycle streets cars are limited to 30 km/h and cyclists have priority, so watch for bikes when you walk or drive.
Plan around Almería
Cities, regions and entry rules for visitors
Read the guideAndalucíaThe wider region: Seville, Granada, Córdoba
Read the guideGranadaThe Alhambra, 2–2.5 hours west by bus
Read the guideNerjaCliffs and coves further along the Costa del Sol
Read the guideMurcia ProvinceThe next stretch of coast to the north
Read the guideGetting around SpainTrains, buses and when you need a car
Read the guideAlmería FAQ
Is Almería worth visiting?
Yes for sun, an uncrowded Alcazaba and the natural park next door. It has fewer headline monuments than Granada or Seville, so it suits road trips more than a city break.
How do you get to Cabo de Gata from Almería?
By car in about 40–60 minutes, or by a bus with limited timetables. Check the operator's page for the season, and note that a car makes the coves and viewpoints far easier.
Do you need a car in Almería?
Not for the city, which is walkable. For Cabo de Gata, the Tabernas desert and Mojácar, a car or a day tour is the practical choice.
When is the best time to visit Almería?
March to May and October to November for walking and warm beach days. July and August are very hot, and the coves are crowded at midday.
How many days do you need in Almería?
A day covers the Alcazaba, the old town and tapas. Three days let you add Cabo de Gata and the Tabernas desert at an easy pace.