- General Characteristics
- Mediterranean climate with mild winters and hot summers
- Annual precipitation of 675mm (26.5 inches)
- Average temperature ranges from 8°C (January) to 27.4°C (July)
- Seasonal Patterns
- Winter (December-March) is mild with 9 rainy days per month
- Spring (March-May) is mild with gradual sunnier weather
- Summer (June-September) is hot with occasional 38°C+ temperatures
- Autumn (September-November) starts warm, becomes rainy later
- Weather Conditions
- Sea temperature ranges from 15°C (February-March) to 16.5°C (December)
- Average 2865 sunshine hours per year
- Sea is warm enough for swimming from July to September
- Average wind speed is 12kph (8mph)
- Best Times to Visit
- Spring (April-May) and autumn (September-October) for city exploration
- June-September for beach holidays
- September offers best compromise between seaside and cultural tourism