Vigo
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Vigo month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Vigo are typically June, July and September, with average daytime highs around 22–26°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 26°C), January the coldest (average low 5°C), and October the wettest (about 248 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12.8 | 5.4 | 219 | 5.8 |
| February | 14.4 | 6.2 | 169 | 7.3 |
| March | 15.2 | 6.8 | 191 | 8.2 |
| April | 17.7 | 8.8 | 171 | 10.1 |
| May | 20.3 | 11.3 | 116 | 11.4 |
| June | 22.4 | 14.1 | 80 | 12.3 |
| July | 25.9 | 16.0 | 21 | 13.1 |
| August | 26.3 | 16.2 | 30 | 11.9 |
| September | 23.4 | 14.3 | 86 | 10.2 |
| October | 20.4 | 12.3 | 248 | 7.6 |
| November | 15.7 | 8.9 | 228 | 6.2 |
| December | 13.7 | 6.7 | 236 | 5.7 |
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- Documented history · 1585
Francis Drake attacked the city twice – in 1585 he made a successful descent on the city gathering supplies and in 1589, during an unsuccessful attack by the English Armada, Drake raided the city and temporarily occupied it, burning many buildings.
- Documented history · 1656
As a result, the city's walls were built in 1656 in the reign of Philip IV of Spain.
- Documented history · 1702
In 1702, the Battle of Vigo Bay occurred, and in 1719, because a Spanish fleet which departed from Vigo attempted to invade Scotland in support of the Jacobites, the city was occupied for ten days by a British force.
- Documented history · 1808
In 1808, the French Army annexed Spain to the Napoleonic Empire, although Vigo remained unconquered until January, 1809.
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01 · OverviewVigo, in brief
Vigo is a municipality and city located in Spain, within the autonomous community of Galicia in the province of Pontevedra. Situated in the northwest of the Iberian Peninsula on the southern shore of the Ria de Vigo, the city functions as the capital of the comarca of Vigo.
As of 2024, the municipality covers an area of 109.06 square kilometers and records a total population of 295,523, making it the most populous municipality in Galicia and ranking as the 14th-most-populous in Spain. Within this total, the core city accounts for 201,018 residents, while the extended metropolitan population reaches 545,892 in the southern part of the province of Pontevedra, establishing it as Spain's 14th-largest metropolitan area. Additionally, the municipal area encompasses the Cíes Islands, which form part of the Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park.
Operating as one of the region's primary economic agents, Vigo derives its industrial and commercial strength largely from the French Stellantis Vigo plant and its active port. Proximity to the Portugal–Spain border places the city inside the Galicia–North Portugal Euroregion. Institutional administration of fisheries is also present locally, as the European Fisheries Control Agency maintains its headquarters in Vigo. Historical economic development was heavily boosted in the 20th century after the Spanish government established a free trade zone in 1947 to foster international trade and economic growth across southern Galicia.
Demographically, the city accommodates a foreign-born population of 41,833, representing 14.2% of its total residents. These international residents include communities from Venezuela, Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, Peru, Portugal, and Uruguay. Linguistic patterns within the municipality reflect a diverse mix, where portions of the population speak Spanish or Galician with varying frequency, making it noted as the least Galician-speaking city within the broader region.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vigo
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01 · Q&AWhere is Vigo located and what are its coordinates?
Vigo is situated in Spain at geographic coordinates 42.2328, -8.7226, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Vigo?
Vigo has a recorded population of approximately 293,642 and observes the Europe/Madrid time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Vigo?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Vigo include ES-ES, CA, GL, EU, OC, with EUR used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Vigo?
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