If there is something that defines the Region of Murcia is his light. To say that the sun has chosen this corner of the southeast Spanish as their usual place of residence is not a tourist slogan, it's a physical reality. With more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year and an average around 19 degrees, to ask what is the best time to come to seems to have an obvious answer: almost any.
But let's be honest. Not looking for the same thing the golf player, the lover of gastronomy, or have the same priorities for those who are travelling with your family or anyone looking for a secluded cove. Murcia is not only to "sun and beach"; it is a place of contrasts where the weather marks the passage of day-to-day.
Spring: The outbreak of the Garden and the culture
For many, included local, this is the golden era. Between march and may, the region finds its sweet spot: you forget about the sweltering heat of summer and the cool damp of the winter nights. It is the balance pure.
The spring weather
We speak of thermometers comfortably move between 20°C and 25°C. it Is the perfect setting for a walk through the historic cities or hiking without ending up exhausted. In addition, it is visually a show: the golf courses are a deep green that contrasts beautifully with the blue sky immaculate so typical of the area.
Can't-miss events
To travel in spring is to see the cultural heart of Murcia pounding.
- Holy Week: In cities such as Cartagena, Lorca and Murcia capital, this is big words. Declared of International Tourist Interest, is a blend of art, flowers, and a passion that is palpable in the atmosphere.
- Spring festivals: Just finished Holy Week, the city of Murcia change the chip. Come in to the Side of the Garden and the Burial of the Sardine. It is the perfect opportunity to try out the traditional cuisine in the "barracks" and get carried away by the party in the street.
The Fall: The "second spring" or the late summer
If the spring is exuberance, the fall in Murcia is calm. Often ignored by the mass tourism, the quarter of September to November is the best kept secret of those who visit the region often.
Why choose the autumn?
While in large parts of Europe are starting to take out the umbrella, and the coats, on the Costa Cálida we live an extension of the summer, but with an atmosphere that is much more breathable.
- Water temperature: The Mar Menor and the Mediterranean sea acting as a thermal storage. In October, the water retains the heat of the summer, making bathing a pleasure, often more pleasant than in may.
- Less crowds: The beaches recovered its silence. It is time of enjoying natural beauty spots such as Calblanque or the coves of Eagles almost in solitude.
- Gastronomy season: It is a time of harvest. Wine-growing areas such as Jumilla, Yecla and Bullas in full activity. A plan unbeatable: a morning of golf followed by an afternoon of wine tasting and local cheeses.
Winter: An oasis in the cold Europe
When the rest of the continent freezes, in the Region of Murcia is living a parallel reality. The winter here is mild, sunny and dry.
The winter for the athlete
For cyclists and golfers, this is the high season of enjoyment. Play 18 holes at January, with 18 degrees and sun, is a luxury that very few destinations can offer. Forget about frost or constant rain that will ruin the plans.
Internal tourism and town
It is the best time to explore the heritage without the hassle of heat. Go up to the Castle of Lorca, wander through the Roman Theatre of Cartagena, or admire the Cathedral of Murcia enjoys much more in these months. In addition, at the end of winter comes the Flowering of Cieza: millions of fruit trees dot the landscape of pink and white, creating a unique visual show.
The Summer Sun, salt, and nightlife
Let us not deceive ourselves: the summer in Murcia is hot. In July and August, the inside can exceed 35°C and even almost 40°C. But this does not stop the life; it simply transforms.
How to enjoy the summer murciano
The strategy is simple: go to the sea. The breeze from the coast softens, the temperature and makes it all more bearable.
- Water sports: It is the season queen to dive in the reserve of Cabo de Palos, kite surfing in the Mar Menor or boating.
- Hours: The lifestyle changes. The early mornings are for the sport, the evenings for the shelter and the siest