Burgos, Castille and León Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Burgos, Castille and León?
Burgos, Castille and León gets 546 mm of precipitation a year over about 120 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low -1°C).
Mediterranean climate
Burgos, Castille and León has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 7°C in January to 28°C in August. November is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 0° | 8° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 3° | 16° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 11° | 27° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 6° | 17° |
How much rain does Burgos get?
Burgos gets 546 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 120 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 81% of Spain.
November is the wettest month, with 63 mm. August is the driest, with 19 mm. November has the most rainy days, about 14.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 29 days, to August 10, 2025.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Burgos got 488 mm of rain, against a normal of 546 mm for those months. May 2026 had the most, with 89 mm.
Burgos weather by month
Burgos weather in January
In January, Burgos averages a high of 7°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 19°C (2024) and the record low is -22°C (1971).
Burgos weather in February
In February, Burgos averages a high of 9°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 22°C (2017) and the record low is -13°C (1986).
Burgos weather in March
In March, Burgos averages a high of 13°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 24°C (1990) and the record low is -12°C (2005).
Burgos weather in April
In April, Burgos averages a high of 15°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 30°C (2023) and the record low is -7°C (2023).
Burgos weather in May
In May, Burgos averages a high of 19°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 33°C (2001) and the record low is -4°C (1977). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Burgos weather in June
In June, Burgos averages a high of 24°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 39°C (2019) and the record low is 0°C (1992). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Burgos weather in July
In July, Burgos averages a high of 28°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 70% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 0°C (1993).
Burgos weather in August
In August, Burgos averages a high of 28°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 66% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2003) and the record low is 1°C (1986).
Burgos weather in September
In September, Burgos averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 37°C (1988) and the record low is -2°C (1993). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Burgos weather in October
In October, Burgos averages a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 37% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 32°C (2023) and the record low is -5°C (1970). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Burgos weather in November
In November, Burgos averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 24°C (1996) and the record low is -10°C (2007).
Burgos weather in December
In December, Burgos averages a high of 8°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 20°C (1983) and the record low is -17°C (2009).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Burgos
July is the sunniest month in Burgos, with estimated sunshine of 70% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 27%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 41% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Burgos is cloudier than 83% of Spain.
Humidity peaks in December at 83% and is lowest in July at 48%.
Burgos has about 15 days a year above 32°C. Burgos is cooler than 62% of Spain.
First and last freeze in Burgos
The first fall freeze in Burgos typically comes around October 19, and the last spring freeze around May 3. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 169 days.
Burgos weather records
These records cover BURGOS-VILLAFRIA during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Burgos station is 39°C, on July 18, 2022. The coldest is -22°C, on January 3, 1971.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 52 mm of precipitation, on November 5, 1997.
37 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Burgos
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near 0°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 3°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 11°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 6°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -1° | 7° | 47 mm | 13 | 80% | 32% | 19° | -22° |
| February | -1° | 9° | 35 mm | 10 | 72% | 38% | 22° | -13° |
| March | 1° | 13° | 44 mm | 11 | 69% | 33% | 24° | -12° |
| April | 3° | 15° | 60 mm | 12 | 64% | 34% | 30° | -7° |
| May | 6° | 19° | 57 mm | 11 | 62% | 39% | 33° | -4° |
| June | 9° | 24° | 43 mm | 8 | 61% | 43% | 39° | 0° |
| July | 12° | 28° | 24 mm | 5 | 48% | 70% | 39° | 0° |
| August | 12° | 28° | 19 mm | 5 | 50% | 66% | 39° | 1° |
| September | 9° | 23° | 33 mm | 7 | 59% | 48% | 37° | -2° |
| October | 6° | 17° | 63 mm | 12 | 67% | 37% | 32° | -5° |
| November | 3° | 11° | 63 mm | 14 | 80% | 30% | 24° | -10° |
| December | 1° | 8° | 57 mm | 13 | 83% | 27% | 20° | -17° |
Station: BURGOS-VILLAFRIA, 6 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Burgos climate questions
How much rain does Burgos get?
Burgos gets 546 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 120 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Burgos?
November is the wettest month in Burgos, with 63 mm. August is the driest, with 19 mm.
How many rainy days does Burgos have a year?
Burgos has about 120 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 14.
What is the hottest month in Burgos?
July is the warmest month in Burgos, with an average high of 28°C.
What is the coldest month in Burgos?
January is the coldest month in Burgos, with an average low of -1°C.
What is the record high temperature in Burgos?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Burgos station is 39°C, set on July 18, 2022. The record low is -22°C, on January 3, 1971.
What is the sunniest month in Burgos?
July is the sunniest month in Burgos, with estimated sunshine of 70% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Burgos?
The first fall freeze in Burgos typically comes around October 19. The last spring freeze is around May 3.
What is the best time to visit Burgos?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.