Palacio del Marqués del Carpio Palace
Historic palace associated with the Marqués del Carpio
A historic palace in Andalusia, the Palacio del Marqués del Carpio draws interest for its period architecture and as part of town-centre walks and local museums.
Palacio del Marqués del Carpio at a Glance#
Address: Plaza Marqués del Carpio, 234, 23400 Úbeda, Jaén, Spain
How to Get to Palacio del Marqués del Carpio#
Úbeda is in Jaén province, Andalusia. The palace is within the historic centre; it is a short walk from the town’s main attractions such as Plaza Vázquez de Molina. By car, Úbeda is about 35-40 minutes from Jaén city; there is limited public bus service from nearby towns.
Tips for Visiting Palacio del Marqués del Carpio#
- Check with Málaga or Granada tourist offices for any occasional open days - some private palaces open for special events.
- If photographing the façade, stand on Calle Marqués del Carpio for the best light late afternoon.
- Nearby tapas bars on the Plaza de San Jerónimo make for a pleasant stop after sightseeing.
Best Time to Visit Palacio del Marqués del Carpio#
Visit in spring or autumn to avoid intense summer heat and enjoy better light for façades and courtyards.
Weather & Climate near Palacio del Marqués del Carpio#
Palacio del Marqués del Carpio's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 33°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 3° - 14° | 7° | 32 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
| February | Very Good | 4° - 16° | 10° | 26 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Very Good | 6° - 18° | 12° | 26 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 3.6 m/s | 1.0 high | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 8° - 20° | 14° | 29 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 3.8 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.0h |
| May | Ideal | 11° - 24° | 18° | 24 mm | some cloud | 64% | 3.5 m/s | 1.9 very high | 14.0h |
| June | Ideal | 15° - 29° | 22° | 14 mm | mostly sunny | 61% | 3.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 14.5h |
| July | Ideal | 18° - 33° | 25° | 3 mm | clear | 62% | 3.3 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 14.3h |
| August | Ideal | 18° - 33° | 26° | 4 mm | mostly sunny | 65% | 3.1 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.4h |
| September | Ideal | 15° - 29° | 22° | 18 mm | some cloud | 69% | 3.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.3h |
| October | Excellent | 11° - 23° | 17° | 37 mm | some cloud | 71% | 3.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Very Good | 7° - 18° | 13° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.0h |
| December | Good | 5° - 15° | 8° | 32 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.5h |