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Ventilation guide for Seville

Seville has a Mediterranean climate — hot, dry summers and mild, rainy winters that create opposite ventilation challenges across the year. In July and August, temperatures regularly reach 30–38°C and outdoor air stays warm well after midnight. The effective ventilation window in high summer is narrow: only the early morning hours — roughly 5:30 to 8:30 AM — offer outdoor air cooler than a typical indoor temperature. Opening windows in the afternoon or evening brings in warmer air and accelerates indoor heat accumulation rather than reducing it.

The strategy that genuinely works in a Mediterranean summer is the same one Mediterranean architecture perfected over centuries: seal in the cool night air by closing windows by 9 AM, keep shutters or blinds closed against direct sun during the day, then re-open fully from midnight. This passive cooling cycle can maintain indoor temperatures 4–7°C below peak outdoor levels without air conditioning. Spring and autumn — October through November and March through May — are Seville's best ventilation seasons, with outdoor temperatures in the 12–22°C range and clean air. OpenWindow.live integrates real-time air quality to flag Saharan dust events or pollen peaks that can temporarily advise against ventilation.

Seville: climate and the best hours to open the windows

In July, the warmest month in Seville, afternoons reach 38 °C on average and nights fall to 22 °C. The coolest air arrives between 06:00 and 09:00 (23 °C on average): that is when opening the windows cools the home fastest.

In January, the coldest month, air the rooms for 5–10 minutes around 17:00, the mildest hour (16 °C on average). Average humidity is 78%, so short, wide-open airing keeps condensation and mould away without losing much heat.

Fine particles (PM2.5) are usually lowest around 17:00 (8 µg/m³) and highest around 09:00 (13 µg/m³).

MonthAvg highAvg lowHumidityCoolest hoursPM2.5
January16 °C7 °C78%08:00–11:0014
February19 °C9 °C73%07:00–10:0014
March20 °C10 °C71%07:00–10:0010
April24 °C13 °C62%06:00–09:009
May29 °C16 °C52%06:00–09:008
June33 °C20 °C50%06:00–09:0010
July38 °C22 °C42%06:00–09:0010
August37 °C23 °C45%06:00–09:0012
September31 °C19 °C57%07:00–10:009
October27 °C17 °C66%07:00–10:009
November20 °C11 °C76%07:00–10:0012
December17 °C8 °C82%08:00–11:0013

Data: Open-Meteo historical archive, hourly averages 2021–2025 (air quality 2023–2025), local time.

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Frequently asked questions

When is it best to open windows in Seville?

In Seville, the best ventilation times are typically early morning (5–8 AM) and late evening (after sunset) when outdoor temperatures drop below indoor levels.

Is it safe to leave windows open at night in Seville?

Yes, in most weather conditions. Open windows can drop indoor temperature by 2–5°C in 30 minutes if outdoor air is cooler. Check the live recommendation above for tonight.

What outdoor humidity is too high for ventilation?

Above 80% humidity, opening windows can make indoor air feel sticky. Combine with dehumidifier or wait for drier hours.