Escales Reservoir

Reservoir Reservoir used for water storage in Catalonia

Escales Reservoir in northeastern Spain impounds water for irrigation and recreation; visitors use surrounding trails for hiking, anglers fish the banks, and birdwatchers scan the flats.

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Escales Reservoir
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How to Get to Escales Reservoir #

Accessible by road in the region near the Aragon-Catalan border area; local signage will direct to the reservoir from nearby villages. A car is usually necessary.

Tips for Visiting Escales Reservoir #

  • If fishing, check local regulations and permits.
  • The reservoir's access roads can be narrow and steep - a sturdy vehicle helps.
  • Bring a field guide if birdwatching - waterbirds use the reservoir margins during migration.

Best Time to Visit Escales Reservoir #

Spring and autumn are often best for outdoor activities and wildlife viewing around reservoirs.

Spring
Mar-May · 10-20°C (50-68°F)
Pleasant weather for walking and birdwatching around the reservoir.
Autumn
Sep-Nov · 10-20°C (50-68°F)
Migration periods can concentrate birds; temperatures are cooler and comfortable.

Weather & Climate near Escales Reservoir #

Climate

Escales Reservoir's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (893 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
-19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

58 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
15°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.4h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
10° 23°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).

86 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
14° 27°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
14.8h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

82 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
14° 28°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
11° 24°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 95 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

74 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

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