Ranking of Spain's sunniest cities
With over 345 days of sunshine, Alicante is Spain’s sunniest city. It’s closely followed by a large number of Spanish cities where spending a vacation will be just as enjoyable. In this article, discover the sunniest cities in Spain to spend your next vacation.
Alicante, Spain's sunniest city
With 349 days of sunshine a year and an average temperature of 19 degrees, Alicante is sure to put a smile on your face when the weather’s grey. This port city on the Costa Blanca in south-east Spain has for many years been one of the top destinations for relaxing city breaks.
Malaga, Europe's 4th sunniest city
Malaga is one of the main Andalusian cities to benefit from generous sunshine all year round. With almost 345 days of sunshine a year, it’s a favorite destination for visitors looking for a complete change of scenery during their vacations.
Why go on vacation to Malaga?
Malaga offers a wide range of tourist, sporting (padel, tennis, hiking, cycling, golf, sailing…) and gastronomic activities. You can enjoy the sea, the mountains and the surrounding towns.
Spain's best sunsets are in Valencia
Valencia is one of the most popular cities for expatriates, and the reason is simple: a unique and unrivalled quality of life, pleasant weather all year round and lots and lots of sunshine.
With over 310 days of sunshine a year, it’s a city that won’t leave you indifferent. Spending a vacation in Valencia is a unique experience, between historic districts and modern monuments, you’ll be spoilt for choice from the very first minutes of your stay.
Soak up the sun in Madrid, Europe's most beautiful capital city
The Spanish capital enjoys more than 325 days of sunshine a year, a record for a European capital and making it the sunniest European capital ahead of Athens.
Madrid is the place to be if you want to get away from it all for a few days and enjoy a unique experience.
With excellent air connections, you’ll be in the Spanish capital in record time. Fares are fairly economical, making it an affordable destination for a family holiday.
What can you do in Madrid in 2 days on a city break?
Would you like to spend a weekend in Madrid and need ideas on how to visit the city in 2 days? Here’s a list of things to do and see to make sure you don’t miss a thing of the Spanish capital.
- Visit Madrid’s Royal Palace.
- Take a tour of Madrid’s historic center and discover the Madrid de los Austrias.
- Eat a calamari sandwich.
- Take your best photo in the Plaza Mayor.
- Visit the Prado Museum.
- Relax in Retiro Park.
- Eat tapas in the Literary Quarter.
- Go for a bike ride.
- Discover Madrid by Tuk Tuk.
Soak up the sun in the Catalan capital, Barcelona
The Mediterranean climate of the Costa Brava is one of the best in the world, and with over 300 days of sunshine a year, Barcelona naturally tops our ranking of the sunniest cities in Spain. It’s also one of Spain’s best cities for May weather.
How much time do I need to visit Barcelona on vacation?
You can visit Barcelona in 2 or 3 days, but you’ll need to plan your stay so as not to lose any time during your vacation. To take your time and visit Barcelona in its entirety (parks, museums…), we recommend 4 days.