Valencia, as an architectural city, always looks harmonious and refined. The futuristic part does not detract from the historical heritage captured in the facades and interiors of old buildings.
Ancient traditions live on as if they had been given immortality. What is worth the fight between a man and a bull, which, according to the Spaniards, shows the best qualities in a torero — courage, contempt for danger and nobility.
In whatever tourist corner of Valencia a traveller looks, he discovers impressive things, new truths and knowledge. As a result, one gets the impression of this city as a light, bright and cosy place. It is easy to walk, cycle or push a pram. In a few days, you can see all the iconic sites and then take time to explore the beaches and sea, which are no less marvellous than the city itself.
Holidays in Valencia in June: pros and cons
Valencia in June is provincially unhurried and southern hot. The official opening of the beach season contributes to the influx of visitors. The nightlife intensifies: crowds of the motley group move from the clubs of the main street Carmen to the beaches, where the first discos start. Closer to the water are the highlights of the season.
Buses with tourists are increasingly travelling outside the city to the water park, nearby national parks and other attractions in Spain. New opportunities open up for children: beach mini-clubs and entertainment centres begin their work. The turquoise-coloured sea splashes gentle warm waves against the beautiful golden shore. The weather is calm and clear.
Many of the benefits of a holiday are more noticeable towards the end of the month:
- sunny and dry weather;
- the clear sea is already suitable for swimming;
- the entertainment industry is in full operation;
- no crowds of tourists yet;
- the ideal time to combine both beach and sightseeing holidays;
- seasonal holiday prices are lower than in July and August.
You can avoid the disadvantages of a holiday in June with proper planning:
- the sea is getting warmer starting from the second half of the month;
- noisy nightlife can disturb the tourists.
Reviews of holidays in Valencia in June indicate that this is one of Spain's most suitable and comfortable cities for tourism and life.
Weather in Valencia in June
The weather in June is hot and dry. But the maximum temperatures are observed in July, August and September.
Accordingly, forecasters do not recognise June as the warmest of the year. In July, the summer heat intensifies, so some residents of Valencia even leave their homes and move out of the city.
The weather in early June stops almost at monthly averages and fluctuates slightly. It will probably rain once, lowering the air temperature for several hours.
The temperature in Valencia in mid-June in some years increased to +38 °C. It is an indicator of the strongest heat. Nights lose their refreshing coolness, and the difference between day and night temperatures is negligible. Light clouds are visible in the sky, a light wind is blowing, and the chance of rain is approaching zero. At the end of June, the weather in Valencia is clear, sometimes partly cloudy. Air and water are warm.
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Air and water temperature
According to forecasters, the temperature in Valencia in June provides a comfort level of 85%. The favourable Mediterranean climate has historically contributed to the region's name "La Huerta de Valencia" — "garden". The fauna of the area is famous for its diversity. For people, Spain's climatic conditions are the most favourable.
Air temperature in Valencia in June
In June, the thermometer shows +28 °C during the day and +20.1 °C at night. The minimum average daily temperature for 30 years was +16 °C, and the maximum was +29 °C.
Sea temperature in Valencia in June
The average sea temperature of +22.6 °C corresponds to the actual midpoint of the period. The sea starts to warm up from +20.8 °C at the beginning of the month and reaches +25.3 °C by the end. According to medical recommendations, bathing time can be extended from 10 to 20-30 minutes.
Precipitation
One of the driest months of the year has 9.1 mm of precipitation. The character of possible precipitation is short-term rain or thunderstorms.
Sunny, cloudy and overcast days
The resort offers predominantly clear and low-cloud days. 28 days out of 30, the sun is not covered by clouds. Cloud cover is observed on an average of 1.5 days per month.
Tour Holidays
Spain's largest and oldest bullfighting arena, located next to the Northern Station is a hallmark for this city. The building of the arena is very similar to ancient Roman amphitheatres. It is now rarely used for its intended purpose, but it is a must-see on the feast of St Jaime.
On 2 kilometres of the dried riverbed at the end of the famous gardens of Turia are the futuristic buildings of the City of Arts and Sciences. The planetarium is shaped like a giant eye, the oceanarium — like a water lily. An opera house resembles simultaneously closed palms with intertwined fingers and folded wings.
In the interactive Prince Philip Science Museum, visitors experiment with various devices and understand the nature of physical phenomena: electrical, sound and optical.
In addition to this museum, there are several dozen others in the city. The most visited are the museums of fine arts, ceramics, modern art, silk, patriarchal, El Carmen Centre for Contemporary Art, museums of tin soldiers, natural sciences and historical.
The palace children's tour through the Serranos Towers and the royal houses of Cervello and Marquez de Dos Aguas is organised so children feel like Spanish Infantes. The surrounding relics become part of a reality-like game. The historic city centre takes visitors back to different eras.
Bioparc Valencia is the best way to discover wildlife. You can see animals from Madagascar and equatorial forests, savannah and other regions in a vast area. In addition, there is an arena for animal shows.
The city's central gardens (Turia, Cabezaera, Botanical, Royal Gardens) are close to the Bioparc and the City of Arts and Sciences.
In the 12th section of the Turia Gardens, various slides, ladders, caves and rides are installed on the 70-metre Gulliver figure. Children visitors to the park play the role of Lilliputians.
Beach holidays
Perhaps all the Gulf of Valencia beaches have similar sand and shorelines. The beach facilities of La Devesa, L'Arbre del Gos, El Saler, and La Garrofera start to operate in a full-fledged mode in early June when all medical stations and centres of additional services open. In the middle of June, the beach Las Arenas starts functioning fully. At the end of June, the beaches of La Malvarossa, Pinedo Pueblo, and Perellonet are opened in the last turn.
Las Arenas ("El Cabañal") and La Malvarossa are the best places to visit with children, as they have playgrounds and equipment. The entrance to the sea is gentle and safe, and there are no big waves. Despite the port's proximity, the beach "Las Arenas" is clean and packed with active holidaymakers in the high season.
In the evenings, young people dance on the beach discos, and the bars and restaurants along the seafront are open 24 hours a day. The national park "Albufera", surrounded by pleasant vegetation and a variety of birds, has two beaches, which are a little crowded with tourists.
These are La Devesa and El Saler. Even though El Saler is considered the most beautiful place, big waves are not suitable for holidays with children. It should also be mentioned that nudists are sunbathing on the beach.
The beach Perellonet on the town's territory of the same name is perfectly landscaped. In length, it stretches for 5 kilometres. The police monitor order on the beach. Different sport games and events for children are often hel here.
Holidays, events and festivals
The holidays in Valencia in June go back to events that took place centuries ago. On the 60th day after Easter (May-June), Valencians celebrate the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ or Corpus Christi. During this festival, the streets of Valencia are filled with lively parades, folk dances, and processions. The most outstanding are the figures of the Giants and Bigheads (Gigantes y Cabezudos). Candy, souvenirs, or small gifts fly into the crowd.
Musical pieces are performed in the national language of the province. Ancient wooden chariots called rocas led the procession on some of the routes.
From 23 to 24 June, St John's Day, takes place. With the help of fire lit on the beaches and dancing, participants exorcise evil spirits. Spectacular fireworks illuminate the water with thousands of colours.
Starting from the last week of May, the oldest Water Court (The Tribunal de las Aguas de la Vega de Valencia) performs its jurisdictional function by holding a public hearing every Thursday around noon at the apostolic doors of the cathedral.
Eight farmers dressed in the typical black blouse of the Huerta sit in a circle on antique chairs.The Tribunal de las Aguas de la Vega de Valencia was recognized Intangible Cultural Heritage by the UNESCO in 2009.
Cost of vacation
Prices in Valencia in June do not differ much from the previous month. The main flows of European tourists come to the resort later. A stable high level of attendance in Spain in June is among the British; other nationalities prefer July — September. Thus, hotels do not reach full occupancy of the hotel fund, and tour operators expect a better time. Average stay on holidays is 10.2 days.
Package Tours
In the three preceding months, the price of tours almost doubles. Nevertheless, June offers to the Spanish coast are up to 20% more advantageous than July offers. The tourist season is going through a phase of intensification.
Accommodations
With more than 2,000 Valencian hotels competing for every tourist, the cost of renting a room is not high. In June, a room costs 18% cheaper than in July. At the beginning of summer, the number of accommodation offers increases by 20%. The average cost of a hotel room in June is 116 euros.
Airfares
In June, the average price for flights to Valencia increases up to 5-7% compared to May. In the second half of the period, there is a slight increase in the price of air tickets. A budget flight is possible if you buy tickets from low-cost companies.
Food and Transport
Compared to other cities of the country, food prices in Valencia are relatively low, as well as the prices in cafes and restaurants. A lunch menu at a sushi bar costs 12-15 euros and a dinner of quality seafood with wine or champagne — about 60 euros. A taxi transfer from the airport costs, on average, 20-30 euros.
Purchasing Valencia Tourist Card for the whole family is advantageous.
There are discounts of up to 50% on restaurant meals and entertainment with a city card, and public transport and museums are free of charge. The tax-free system in chain department stores gives non-residents of the EU a refund of the value-added tax, which is relatively high in Spain.
Tips for travellers with children
June is a comfortable and favourable time for holidays in Valencia with children of all ages. On the one hand, excellent weather conditions, and on the other hand — well-established tourist service with a small number of tourists, allow you to relax quietly both on the beaches and in the city. The sun is relatively safe, so you can walk almost all day. It's better to spend the daytime hours in the hotel in the second half of the month.
The trip will be memorable for children, as the entertainment programmes are adapted for all ages. Visual and interactive elements are widely used to present information.
The child will join in this trip to culture, science and art, essential for developing personality. We recommend buying a tour to Valencia at this time, when prices have not reached their seasonal peak and conditions are suitable for all types of family holidays. You will undoubtedly want to return here in the off-season as this place gives you only happy memories.
