Geography of Alhambra
Geography of Alhambra: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Alhambra
Alhambra, Generalife and Albayzin is 0 mi to the north, Seville is 133 mi to the west, Museo del Prado is 224 mi to the north and Madrid is 224 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 37°10′34″N 3°35′17.2″W (37.1761, -3.5881)
Quick facts about Alhambra
Summary
Alhambra is a tourist attraction in Spain. Alhambra is a landmark known for a Moorish palace and fortress in Granada.
Right now it is 66°F (19°C) in Alhambra with mainly clear. It feels like 66°F. Today runs from 65°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Alhambra is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 96°F, while December is the coldest with lows near 39°F.
The closest major airport is Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD), about 229 mi away. Nearby highlights include Alhambra, Generalife and Albayzin and Museo del Prado.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 86°F is 9.7°F below the 96°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Alhambra today at 9.7/10. Gusts to 32 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Alhambra month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55° | 40° | 5,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 59° | 41° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 60° | 42° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 69° | 48° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 76° | 54° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 90° | 65° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 96° | 71° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 96° | 71° | 0,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 83° | 61° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 74° | 55° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 64° | 46° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 56° | 39° | 1,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Alhambra?
Alhambra is a tourist attraction in Spain. Its coordinates are 37.1761, -3.5881. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Alhambra right now?
It is currently 66°F (19°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 73% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Alhambra?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Alhambra, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Alhambra in?
Alhambra observes Europe/Madrid (UTC+02:00). The local time is 4:34 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Alhambra?
The closest airports are Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD), 229 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Alhambra?
Popular options include Alhambra, Generalife and Albayzin and Museo del Prado.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 4:34 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
