Sierra Nevada National Park

National Park · Andalusia, 🇪🇸 Spain

Area 854 km²

Time zone Africa/Algiers, Europe/Madrid

Official website www.juntadeandalucia.es/medioambiente/servtc5/ventana/mostrarFicha.do

Sierra Nevada National Park

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Parque Nacional de Sierra Nevada Essentials

Parque Nacional de Sierra Nevada Essentials

Parque Nacional de Sierra Nevada encompasses the highest peaks of the Iberian Peninsula, including the 3,479-meter Mulhacén. This UNESCO Biosphere Reserve features diverse landscapes ranging from glacial lakes and dramatic waterfalls to the southernmost ski resort in Europe. The area is defined by its high-altitude trails, endemic flora, and traditional Alpujarra architecture. Key features include the rugged Chorreras del Molinillo waterfalls and strategic viewpoints like the Mirador del Marquesado, which offers vistas of the northern plateau.

Map of Sierra Nevada National Park

Map of Sierra Nevada National Park

Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit Sierra Nevada National Park: April, May, June, September, October

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Typical weather in January

Poor

11° (feels like 8°) · extremes -3°–15°
2° at night
7 rainy days
10 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in February

Fair

12° (feels like 10°) · extremes -2°–17°
2° at night
8 rainy days
11 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in March

Good

15° (feels like 13°) · extremes 0°–23°
5° at night
9 rainy days
11 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in April

Great

19° (feels like 17°) · extremes 4°–25°
8° at night
9 rainy days
12 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in May

Great

22° · extremes 6°–31°
11° at night
8 rainy days
14 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in June

Great

29° · extremes 11°–35°
16° at night
4 rainy days
19 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in July

Fair

33° (feels like 34°) · extremes 15°–38°
20° at night
1 rainy day
28 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Up to 10 days above 35°

Typical weather in August

Fair

34° · extremes 16°–38°
20° at night
1 rainy day
26 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Up to 10 days above 35°

Typical weather in September

Great

28° · extremes 10°–35°
16° at night
4 rainy days
17 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in October

Great

21° · extremes 5°–28°
11° at night
8 rainy days
13 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in November

Good

15° (feels like 13°) · extremes 1°–20°
6° at night
9 rainy days
10 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in December

Fair

11° (feels like 8°) · extremes -2°–15°
2° at night
8 rainy days
12 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Climate data: Open-Meteo Climate API (EC_Earth3P_HR) · 1991–2020

Practical information

Currency: Euro EUR € · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers: 112
Electricity: Type C / Type F
230 V · 50 Hz

Languages: Spanish
Tap water: Safe to drink
Driving side: Right
Calling code: +34

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