Tibi Dam
Reservoir Historic 16th-century masonry dam near Alicante
Tibi Dam near Alicante is a historic masonry dam and reservoir supplying irrigation; visitors inspect the spillway, walk nearby trails and view the Valencian foothills.
How to Get to Tibi Dam #
Tibi Dam is accessed from the village of Tibi, about 20 km northwest of Alicante city. From Alicante take the A‑7/AP‑7 northwest and follow local roads (signposted to Tibi) for the final approach; parking is available near the visitor viewpoints. Public transport links are limited-car is the most convenient option.
Tips for Visiting Tibi Dam #
- Combine a visit with a trip to nearby Alicante or the Fuentes del Algar for a fuller day in the region.
- The dam's old masonry is fragile-stay to designated viewpoints and paths rather than attempting to walk on the historic structure.
- Early morning or late afternoon light is best for photos; midday glare can flatten the reservoir's surface.
Best Time to Visit Tibi Dam #
Spring and autumn offer comfortable conditions; summers are hot and dry.
Weather & Climate near Tibi Dam #
Tibi Dam's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 32°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 8 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 53 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
