Saltes Island

Island Tidal island near Huelva with archaeological sites

Off Andalusia’s coast near Huelva, Isla Saltés sits by tidal flats and estuary channels; visitors pass by on birdwatching trips, coastal drives and short boat excursions toward the port landscape.

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Saltes Island
37.2002, -6.9552

How to Get to Saltes Island #

Approach via small boat from the nearby ports of Huelva or Sanlúcar de Barrameda; tidal schedules and local pilotage advice are essential for safe access.

Tips for Visiting Saltes Island #

  • Check bird-nesting seasons before visiting - parts of the island are sensitive habitats.
  • Combine a trip with nearby Doñana or Huelva excursions for context on the estuary and tidal systems.
  • Consult local maritime charts; currents and mudflats can complicate small-boat approaches.

Best Time to Visit Saltes Island #

Best in spring and autumn for wildlife and comfortable coastal conditions.

Spring
March-June · 15-24°C
Good temperatures and bird migration activity in coastal wetlands.
Autumn
September-November · 18-25°C
Milder weather and fewer summer tourists; good for coastal walks and photography.

Weather & Climate near Saltes Island #

Climate

Temperate climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).

74 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).

76 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

35 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
13.0h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.

90 Ideal

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 24°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

26 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
14.0h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
14.5h daylight

July

July is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 2 mm and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 31°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

2 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
14.3h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.

100 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 31°
64%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
13.4h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 28°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

14 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

86 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 24°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.1h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).

74 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 20°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.0h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with 81 mm of rain.

72 Very Good

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

81 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

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