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 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.

Sierra Nevada National Park — Map

Sierra Nevada National Park — Map

Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: June, July, August, September

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Typical weather in January

Poor

4° (feels like -2°) · extremes -8°–9°
-4° at night
7 rainy days
17 sunny days
6 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Light breeze
UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in February

Poor

5° (feels like -1°) · extremes -8°–10°
-4° at night
5 rainy days
16 sunny days
7 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Light breeze
UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in March

Poor

7° (feels like 2°) · extremes -7°–13°
-2° at night
7 rainy days
18 sunny days
8 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Light breeze
UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in April

Poor

10° (feels like 5°) · extremes -4°–15°
0° at night
6 rainy days
19 sunny days
9 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Light breeze
UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in May

Fair

14° (feels like 9°) · extremes -1°–20°
4° at night
5 rainy days
23 sunny days
11 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Light breeze
UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in June

Great

19° (feels like 16°) · extremes 3°–25°
8° at night
1 rainy day
26 sunny days
12 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in July

Great

23° (feels like 19°) · extremes 7°–27°
11° at night
0 rainy days
28 sunny days
12 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in August

Great

23° (feels like 19°) · extremes 8°–27°
12° at night
1 rainy day
27 sunny days
11 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in September

Great

18° (feels like 14°) · extremes 4°–22°
8° at night
4 rainy days
21 sunny days
9 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in October

Fair

13° (feels like 9°) · extremes 0°–18°
4° at night
6 rainy days
18 sunny days
7 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Calm winds
UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in November

Poor

7° (feels like 2°) · extremes -6°–13°
-1° at night
7 rainy days
16 sunny days
6 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Light breeze
UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in December

Poor

4° (feels like -1°) · extremes -7°–10°
-3° at night
7 rainy days
15 sunny days
6 hours of sunshine per day
Dry air
Light breeze
UV index 2 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

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

Tours & Activities

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