Santander Crane Monument

Monument Monument celebrating historic harbour crane in Santander

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Santander Crane Monument
Santander Crane Monument, Santander, Cantabria, Spain (near the port area)
43.4609, -3.8030
Free (public monument)

How to Get to Santander Crane Monument #

Located near Santander’s port and waterfront promenades. The city center is walkable from major points like the Plaza Porticada; buses and taxis serve coastal routes. From Santander train station it’s a short walk to the waterfront.

Tips for Visiting Santander Crane Monument #

  • Visit in the morning to see the monument freed from harsh midday light
  • Read the nearby plaque for dates and the sculptor's name-small details contextualize the piece
  • Pair the visit with a walk along Santander's port for maritime atmosphere

Best Time to Visit Santander Crane Monument #

Spring through autumn for comfortable coastal visits.

Spring-Autumn (Apr-Oct)
Apr-Oct · 10-22°C (50-72°F)
Pleasant coastal temperatures and clear views of the harbor.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
Jun-Aug · 16-26°C (61-79°F)
Warmer weather and more activity on the waterfront.
Winter (Nov-Mar)
Nov-Mar · 6-14°C (43-57°F)
Cooler and wetter-monument is quieter and atmospheric.

Weather & Climate near Santander Crane Monument #

Climate

Santander Crane Monument's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1200 mm/year), wettest in November.

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

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.2h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.3h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

122 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
13.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

62 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
14.5h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 22°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

July

July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 24°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

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

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 25°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
13.8h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 24°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.1
UV Index
High
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

60 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 21°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (150 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

150 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.5h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

121 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.8h daylight

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