Las Ubiñas - La Mesa Natural Park

Park Asturian natural park with mountains and traditional villages

High limestone peaks, glacial valleys and small Asturian villages make Las Ubiñas-La Mesa a destination for hiking, climbing and mountain photography, including routes up Peña Ubiña.

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Las Ubiñas - La Mesa Natural Park
43.0368, -5.9549

How to Get to Las Ubiñas - La Mesa Natural Park #

The park is accessible by regional roads from Oviedo and other Asturian towns. Local buses serve nearby villages seasonally; driving to one of the main trailheads and walking in is common. Check Asturian tourist information for current bus connections and trail conditions.

Tips for Visiting Las Ubiñas - La Mesa Natural Park #

  • Arrive early to see meadows and woodlands in soft morning light-many photographers recommend dawn for the quality of light.
  • The park has several named trails-ask the local ranger for current conditions, as some paths can be muddy after rain.
  • If driving narrow mountain roads, take a compact car; local drivers use horn etiquette on blind turns.

Best Time to Visit Las Ubiñas - La Mesa Natural Park #

Summer and shoulder seasons are best for hiking and exploring; winter can bring snow at higher elevations.

Summer
June-August · 10-22°C (50-72°F)
Warmest and most accessible for hiking; some mountain streams run lower but pleasant for picnics.
Spring/Autumn
April-May, September-October · 6-18°C (43-64°F)
Good for flora and lower visitor numbers; watch for intermittent rain.

Weather & Climate near Las Ubiñas - La Mesa Natural Park #

Climate

Las Ubiñas - La Mesa Natural Park's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 19°C. Abundant rainfall (1505 mm/year), wettest in December.

Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 0°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (170 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

25 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

170 mm
Rainfall
7.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

27 Poor

Comfort

-2°
Feels Like Freezing
-2°C
Temperature
-5°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
7.9 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
7.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

40 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

143 mm
Rainfall
7.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.1
UV Index
High
13.3h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

143 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
14.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
15°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

88 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.2h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.7
UV Index
Very High
14.9h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
13.8h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

144 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

34 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

166 mm
Rainfall
7.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (179 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

25 Poor

Comfort

-1°
Feels Like Freezing
-1°C
Temperature
-3°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

179 mm
Rainfall
7.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.2
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

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