Alconétar Bridge
Bridge Roman-era bridge ruins over Tagus River
Roman-era bridge ruins near the Tagus in Extremadura; history-minded visitors inspect cut-stone piers and the archaeological traces along the river.
Tips for Visiting Alconétar Bridge #
- Wear sturdy shoes: some sections of the elevated roadway and leftover masonry are rough underfoot.
- Visit at low water if you plan to inspect the riverbanks-archaeological remains and bridge piers are easier to see.
- Combine the visit with other Roman sites in Extremadura for context; the bridge is part of a wider Roman transport network.
Best Time to Visit Alconétar Bridge #
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons to visit the Alconétar Bridge and surrounding Roman remains.
Weather & Climate near Alconétar Bridge #
Alconétar Bridge's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 33°C. Moderate rainfall (540 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 7 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with 81 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
