Santander, Cantabria Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Santander get?

Santander gets 1010 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 144 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 90% of Spain.

November is the wettest month, with 150 mm. July is the driest, with 49 mm. November has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 14 days, to May 11, 2022.

Santander weather by month

Santander weather in January

In January, Santander averages a high of 13°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 100 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The January record high is 24°C (2016) and the record low is -2°C (1985).

Santander weather in February

In February, Santander averages a high of 13°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The February record high is 27°C (1990) and the record low is -1°C (2018).

Santander weather in March

In March, Santander averages a high of 15°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The March record high is 29°C (2021) and the record low is -1°C (1979).

Santander weather in April

In April, Santander averages a high of 16°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The April record high is 28°C (2011) and the record low is 0°C (1973).

Santander weather in May

In May, Santander averages a high of 18°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2020) and the record low is 6°C (2016). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Santander weather in June

In June, Santander averages a high of 20°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The June record high is 34°C (2026) and the record low is 9°C (1978). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Santander weather in July

In July, Santander averages a high of 22°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The July record high is 34°C (1975) and the record low is 12°C (2002). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Santander weather in August

In August, Santander averages a high of 23°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The August record high is 35°C (1992) and the record low is 12°C (1986). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Santander weather in September

In September, Santander averages a high of 22°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (1983) and the record low is 8°C (1978). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Santander weather in October

In October, Santander averages a high of 20°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 108 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The October record high is 32°C (1983) and the record low is 4°C (2018). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Santander weather in November

In November, Santander averages a high of 16°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 150 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The November record high is 28°C (2015) and the record low is 2°C (1999).

Santander weather in December

In December, Santander averages a high of 14°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 112 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The December record high is 24°C (1985) and the record low is 0°C (1974).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Santander

July is the sunniest month in Santander, with sunshine about 44% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 28%. Over the year the sun shines about 35% of daylight hours. Santander is cloudier than 94% of Spain.

Humidity peaks in June at 81% and is lowest in February at 75%.

Santander has about 1 days a year above 32°C. Santander is cooler than 98% of Spain.

Santander weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Santander station is 36°C, on September 23, 1983. The coldest is -2°C, on January 9, 1985.

The wettest day on record brought 166 mm of rain, on June 19, 1987.

27 all-time records have been set at the station since 1973.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1973.

The best time to visit Santander

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 8°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 10°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 17°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 13°C.

Santander climate questions

How much rain does Santander get?

Santander gets 1010 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 144 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Santander?

November is the wettest month in Santander, with 150 mm. July is the driest, with 49 mm.

How many rainy days does Santander have a year?

Santander has about 144 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Santander?

August is the warmest month in Santander, with an average high of 23°C.

What is the coldest month in Santander?

January is the coldest month in Santander, with an average low of 8°C.

What is the record high temperature in Santander?

The record high at the Santander station is 36°C, set on September 23, 1983. The record low is -2°C, on January 9, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Santander?

July is the sunniest month in Santander, with sunshine about 44% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Santander?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.