Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for August
| Metric | Seville | Madrid | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 35°C (95°F)▲ | 32°C (90°F) | Seville |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 21°C (70°F)▲ | 18°C (64°F) | Seville |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 0 days▲ | 2 days | Seville |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 2 mm▲ | 8 mm | Seville |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 13h/day | 13h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 9 | 9 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h | 15 km/h | Tie |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Seville edges ahead as the better destination in August. Seville offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Madrid sees 13 sunshine hours and 2 rain days.
Seville can feel quite hot at 35°C, so plan for heat. Madrid runs hot at 32°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Seville is the stronger choice in August.
Seville reaches an average high of 35°C (95°F) and drops to 21°C (70°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 14°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
Madrid averages 32°C (90°F) for the high and 18°C (64°F) for the low, with a daily range of 14°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.
Seville receives approximately 2 mm of rainfall across 0 rain days during August. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.
Madrid sees 8 mm over 2 rain days. That makes Seville the drier option by 2 rain days and 6 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 35°C, lows of 21°C, 0 rain days
Highs of 32°C, lows of 18°C, 2 rain days
Pack for both: lightweight breathable clothing, sunscreen SPF 50+, sunglasses, a wide-brimmed hat. These items are useful in either destination during August.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. August is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Seville | Madrid | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 15°C | 6d | 9°C | 7d |
| Feb | 17°C | 5d | 12°C | 6d |
| Mar | 20°C | 7d | 15°C | 7d |
| Apr | 22°C | 7d | 18°C | 8d |
| May | 26°C | 5d | 22°C | 7d |
| Jun | 32°C | 1d | 28°C | 3d |
| Jul | 35°C | 0d | 32°C | 1d |
| Aug | 35°C | 0d | 32°C | 2d |
| Sep | 30°C | 4d | 26°C | 4d |
| Oct | 25°C | 7d | 20°C | 7d |
| Nov | 19°C | 7d | 13°C | 7d |
| Dec | 16°C | 7d | 10°C | 7d |
Seville Weather in August
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