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Weather & Climate in Peníscola, Spain
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Peníscola enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 300 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 19.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 300 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 43.3 sq mi (112.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 172/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3574°N, 0.4069°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
157 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.6.
| Sep 16, 2003 | 28 km ENE of El Perelló, Spain | M4.6 | 112 km | 10 km |
| May 15, 1995 | 30 km SSE of Torredembarra, Spain | M4.6 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2003 | 29 km ENE of El Perelló, Spain | M4.6 | 112 km | 9 km |
| Mar 10, 2006 | 1 km ESE of Casas Altas, Spain | M4.4 | 146 km | 7 km |
| May 23, 1995 | 35 km SSE of Torredembarra, Spain | M4.4 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Oct 2, 2013 | 30 km ESE of Vinaròs, Spain | M4.3 | 33 km | 0 km |
| May 15, 1995 | 37 km SSE of Coma-ruga, Spain | M4.3 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2003 | 28 km ENE of El Perelló, Spain | M4.1 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Sep 16, 2003 | 28 km ENE of El Perelló, Spain | M4.1 | 113 km | 6 km |
| Oct 1, 2013 | 30 km ESE of Vinaròs, Spain | M4.1 | 32 km | 0 km |
| Oct 2, 2013 | 29 km ESE of Vinaròs, Spain | M4.0 | 32 km | 0 km |
| Oct 4, 2013 | 28 km ESE of Vinaròs, Spain | M3.7 | 30 km | 6 km |
| Aug 22, 2004 | 29 km S of Coma-ruga, Spain | M3.6 | 117 km | 8 km |
| Dec 8, 1992 | 2 km N of Carlet, Spain | M3.6 | 147 km | 11 km |
| Jul 23, 2006 | 10 km SE of Teruel, Spain | M3.6 | 121 km | 16 km |
| Jul 23, 2006 | 9 km SE of Teruel, Spain | M3.6 | 121 km | 15 km |
| Dec 21, 1991 | 4 km E of Siete Aguas, Spain | M3.5 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Aug 16, 1992 | 66 km WNW of Sant Antoni de Portmany, Spain | M3.5 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Aug 15, 1993 | 3 km NNE of Teruel, Spain | M3.5 | 127 km | 12 km |
| May 25, 1993 | 3 km NW of Yátova, Spain | M3.5 | 149 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 1.2 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 in |
Peníscola has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 50°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.6").