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Weather & Climate in Alhambra, Spain
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Alhambra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,825 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 57.7°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 305 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,825 ft (861 m) |
| Area | 62.5 sq mi (161.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 19/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8993°N, 3.0533°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
254 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| Aug 6, 2002 | 14 km S of Caravaca, Spain | M4.7 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Feb 23, 2015 | 12 km NNE of Ossa de Montiel, Spain | M4.5 | 37 km | 8 km |
| Jan 31, 2012 | 6 km W of Quesada, Spain | M4.4 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Aug 12, 2007 | 6 km SW of Pedro Muñoz, Spain | M4.3 | 51 km | 5 km |
| Apr 28, 2008 | 4 km ENE of Tembleque, Spain | M4.1 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Aug 14, 1999 | 5 km S of Calasparra, Spain | M4.0 | 143 km | 2 km |
| Feb 8, 1998 | 4 km ENE of El Provencio, Spain | M3.9 | 72 km | 7 km |
| Apr 20, 1992 | Spain | M3.8 | 93 km | 10 km |
| Jun 24, 2001 | 4 km NNW of Los Villares, Spain | M3.8 | 147 km | 11 km |
| Feb 23, 2008 | 5 km ENE of Tembleque, Spain | M3.8 | 97 km | 0 km |
| May 30, 1991 | 2 km SSW of Minaya, Spain | M3.8 | 73 km | 5 km |
| Jan 27, 1996 | 22 km NNW of María, Spain | M3.7 | 132 km | 5 km |
| Feb 10, 2004 | 7 km NNW of Corral de Almaguer, Spain | M3.7 | 103 km | 8 km |
| Jul 16, 2001 | 2 km ENE of Nerpio, Spain | M3.7 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 1990 | 1 km N of Cehegín, Spain | M3.7 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Aug 12, 2007 | 3 km SW of Pedro Muñoz, Spain | M3.7 | 54 km | 11 km |
| Apr 27, 1998 | 0 km SSW of Huesa, Spain | M3.6 | 127 km | 3 km |
| Jan 19, 2004 | 7 km NW of Corral de Almaguer, Spain | M3.6 | 103 km | 8 km |
| Jul 17, 2001 | 3 km NW of Nerpio, Spain | M3.5 | 103 km | 10 km |
| May 6, 2008 | 5 km E of Tembleque, Spain | M3.5 | 96 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Calatrava Volcanic Field (84 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Calatrava Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 1,117 m (3,665 ft) | -3600 | 84 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.9 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
Alhambra has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 41°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.3") and August the driest (0.3").