Isla de Santa Catalina Island
Small Spanish island off Cádiz coast
A small island off Spain's southern coast, Isla de Santa Catalina is visited from the mainland by boat for coastal views, seabirds and short excursions along rocky shores.
Isla de Santa Catalina at a Glance#
Address: Isla de Santa Catalina (off the southern Spanish coast), Spain
Admission: Free (island access may require private boat hire)
How to Get to Isla de Santa Catalina#
Access requires a private or chartered boat from the nearest mainland harbour; sea conditions and local regulations determine landings. Check local marinas for small-boat operators.
Tips for Visiting Isla de Santa Catalina#
- Arrange a boat trip from the nearest port rather than attempting the crossing without local knowledge; currents in the Strait can be strong.
- Pack windshells and a small picnic-there are no facilities on the islet.
- Check for seasonal seabird nesting restrictions if planning to land.
Best Time to Visit Isla de Santa Catalina#
Spring and autumn are the best sea-weather windows for visiting small coastal islets in southern Spain.
Weather & Climate near Isla de Santa Catalina#
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 10°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (632 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 10° - 16° | 13° | 99 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| February | Very Good | 10° - 16° | 13° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Very Good | 11° - 17° | 14° | 67 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 12° - 19° | 15° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.1 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.0h |
| May | Excellent | 14° - 21° | 17° | 28 mm | some cloud | 79% | 4.0 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.9h |
| June | Ideal | 17° - 24° | 20° | 8 mm | mostly sunny | 80% | 3.7 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 14.4h |
| July | Ideal | 19° - 26° | 23° | 1 mm | clear | 79% | 3.8 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.1h |
| August | Ideal | 20° - 26° | 23° | 5 mm | clear | 80% | 3.8 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.3h |
| September | Ideal | 19° - 25° | 22° | 13 mm | mostly sunny | 83% | 3.9 m/s | 1.5 high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 16° - 22° | 19° | 61 mm | some cloud | 83% | 4.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 13° - 19° | 16° | 88 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.0 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.2h |
| December | Good | 11° - 17° | 14° | 129 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.7h |
