Volcà de Montolivet

Volcano Extinct volcanic cone in Catalonia

Volcanic feature in Catalonia; draws hikers and geology enthusiasts interested in lava formations and upland trails.

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Volcà de Montolivet
42.1794, 2.4773

How to Get to Volcà de Montolivet #

Drive from Girona toward the Garrotxa volcanic zone; local roads and walking trails connect the cone to nearby villages. Parking is typically roadside; consult local walking maps for the safest footpaths.

Tips for Visiting Volcà de Montolivet #

  • Wear sturdy footwear - volcanic slopes can be loose and sharp.
  • Respect restricted areas; some flows may be on private land or protected habitat.
  • Check for local trail markers: signage can be sparse and maps may show only rough tracks.

Best Time to Visit Volcà de Montolivet #

Best visited in spring, early summer, or autumn for comfortable hiking conditions and clearer skies.

Spring/early summer
April-June · 10-22°C (50-72°F)
Milder temperatures for hiking and fewer summer thunderstorms.
Autumn
September-October · 8-18°C (46-64°F)
Cooler air and clearer visibility for views across the Garrotxa and Pyrenees foothills.

Weather & Climate near Volcà de Montolivet #

Climate

Volcà de Montolivet's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (746 mm/year).

Best Time to Visit
JulyJuneAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
40°
Warmest Month
-9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.3h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
10.4h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

60 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
15°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
13.2h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 83 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
14.4h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 27°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

41 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
14.8h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

82 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.7h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

80 Excellent

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 23°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

66 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
18°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.9h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

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