Las Cogotas Monument
Archaeological site in Castile associated with Cogotas culture
Las Cogotas is an archaeological site in Castile and León associated with prehistoric settlements; archaeology-minded visitors study burial remains, pottery fragments and open-air terrain.
Las Cogotas at a Glance#
Address: Las Cogotas, Castile and León, Spain
Admission: Free
How to Get to Las Cogotas#
Accessible by regional roads from Ávila and Salamanca; local rural lanes bring visitors to the general area, but exact site access may require coordination with local authorities or archaeological parks.
Tips for Visiting Las Cogotas#
- Visit the site of Las Cogotas with a local guide or museum visit to understand the archaeological finds and periods.
- Check opening times for any small local museums that display Cogotas-era artifacts.
- Bring sun protection - the Castilian plain is exposed and hot in summer.
Best Time to Visit Las Cogotas#
Spring and autumn are the best seasons for comfortable visits; summers can be hot and exposed.
Weather & Climate near Las Cogotas#
Las Cogotas's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 28°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | -1° - 7° | 0° | 33 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.5h |
| February | Good | 0° - 9° | 2° | 26 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.0 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.5h |
| March | Good | 2° - 11° | 4° | 23 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 4° - 13° | 7° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.2 m/s | 1.3 high | 13.1h |
| May | Very Good | 7° - 18° | 12° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 62% | 3.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Very Good | 12° - 23° | 17° | 40 mm | some cloud | 50% | 2.7 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.8h |
| July | Ideal | 14° - 28° | 21° | 17 mm | mostly sunny | 39% | 2.6 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 14.6h |
| August | Ideal | 14° - 27° | 20° | 17 mm | mostly sunny | 39% | 2.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Very Good | 11° - 23° | 17° | 30 mm | some cloud | 51% | 2.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 42 mm | partly cloudy | 68% | 2.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 2° - 11° | 5° | 41 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
| December | Acceptable | 0° - 8° | 1° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
