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Ciutadella
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On the west coast, this former capital is home to numerous 17th-century civil and religious buildings that form a charming urban centre. There are also plenty of beaches to enjoy in the surrounding area.
Overview of Ciutadella
On the west coast of Menorca, this former capital is home to numerous 17th-century civil and religious buildings that form a charming urban centre. There are also plenty of beaches to enjoy in the surrounding area.
Key facts
- Type of place: small town.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
- Location:
- Distances:
- Local time: .
- Population: 28,641 inhabitants (2016).
- Area: 186.34 km².
- Altitude: sea level.
- Website: http://www.ajciutadella.org/
History of Ciutadella
What to see and do in Ciutadella
In the surrounding area
Climate and weather in Ciutadella
The city has a typical Mediterranean climate with dry, sunny, and hot summers. Even though average summer temperatures hover around 30°C, the proximity to the sea significantly softens the heat compared to, for example, inland continental Spain. Winters are mild and pleasant, with temperatures often around 15°C. Rainfall is scarce, except for a little at the start and end of the year, and winds are more common from October to April.
The period from May to early October is the best in terms of climate for exploring Ibiza. That said, despite the good weather, July and August do have the major drawback of being extremely crowded.
Sea temperature throughout the year
| Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Menorca | 14 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 21 | 24 | 25 | 24 | 21 | 18 | 15 |