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Punta Umbría, Andalusia

Provincia de Huelva · Andalusia · Spain · 14,708 residents · on the coast

Photos: 1, 2, 3 · Wikimedia Commons

Punta Umbría is a seaside small town in Provincia de Huelva, Andalusia, Spain, home to around 14,708 people. There are 3 notable places to see in and around town, including Casa de los Ingleses, Punta Umbría and Playa de la Bota. The nearest airport is Faro (FAO), about 1 h 20 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.

Why go

  • Sights worth the trip: Casa de los Ingleses, Punta Umbría, Playa de la Bota and playa de Punta Umbría.
  • On the coast, with 2 named beaches nearby.
  • Best weather from April to June and September: daytime highs between 24°C and 27°C with little rain.
  • Easy to reach: Faro (FAO) is 57 miles away with direct flights from the UK.

Top sights in Punta Umbría

Ranked by how well known they are.

  • Casa de los Ingleses, Punta Umbría1museum

    Casa de los Ingleses, Punta Umbría

    In the centre · Photo

    museum in Spain

  • Playa de la Bota2beach

    Playa de la Bota

    4 miles from the centre · Photo

  • playa de Punta Umbría3beach

    playa de Punta Umbría

    1 mile from the centre · Photo

Tours & tickets in Punta Umbría

Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Punta Umbría can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.

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Where to stay in Punta Umbría

Sea-view hotels and apartments fill up first in summer; book early for April to June and September.

Hire a car

The easiest way to reach Punta Umbría and the villages around it is a hire car from Faro (FAO), about 1 h 20 min away.

Best time to visit Punta Umbría

April to June and September: daytime highs between 24°C and 27°C with little rain.

  1. 17°CJan50 mm
  2. 18°CFeb52 mm
  3. 20°CMar77 mm
  4. 24°CApr7 mm
  5. 25°CMay18 mm
  6. 27°CJun20 mm
  7. 31°CJul0 mm
  8. 33°CAug1 mm
  9. 27°CSept19 mm
  10. 24°COct156 mm
  11. 21°CNov55 mm
  12. 17°CDec23 mm

Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.

Full monthly table
MonthHighLowRainSun
Jan17°C9°C50 mm8 h
Feb18°C9°C52 mm9 h
Mar20°C11°C77 mm9 h
Apr24°C14°C7 mm12 h
May25°C16°C18 mm12 h
Jun27°C19°C20 mm13 h
Jul31°C21°C0 mm13 h
Aug33°C22°C1 mm13 h
Sept27°C18°C19 mm11 h
Oct24°C17°C156 mm8 h
Nov21°C13°C55 mm8 h
Dec17°C8°C23 mm8 h

Averages 2015–2024. Highlighted months are the sweet spot for warm, dry weather.

Getting there from the UK

By air

  • Faro (FAO)57 miles, about 1 h 20 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
  • Seville (SVQ)61 miles, about 1 h 27 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
  • Jerez (XRY)58 miles, about 1 h 23 min by roaddirect flights from the UK

By car and ferry

Driving from Calais takes roughly 24 h 18 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Huelva (2 miles), Cádiz (58 miles).

Punta Umbría is good for

Around Punta Umbría

Towns and villages within an hour or so.

Questions people ask

Is Punta Umbría worth visiting?

Yes. Punta Umbría is known for Casa de los Ingleses, Punta Umbría, Playa de la Bota and playa de Punta Umbría, and it is on the coast. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.

When is the best time to visit Punta Umbría?

April to June and September, with daytime highs between 24°C and 27°C with little rain.

How do I get to Punta Umbría from the UK?

Fly to Faro (FAO), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 1 h 20 min by road. Seville (SVQ) is an alternative, 61 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 24 h 18 min.

Is Punta Umbría good for families?

Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby and beaches, and most activities can be booked in advance.

What is near Punta Umbría?

Ayamonte (24 miles), Huelva (6 miles), Isla Cristina (19 miles) and Almonte (25 miles) are all within an hour or so.

Where is Punta Umbría?

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