🌴Summer vocabulary in Spanish: Essential words to know for the hot months 🌞

As summer rolls around, it's time to start brushing up on your summer vocabulary in Spanish! Whether you're planning a beach vacation 🏖️, enjoying sunny days 🌞, or talking about the warm weather, knowing the right words will help you sound like a true summer enthusiast in Spain. 😎

Let’s dive into the top summer-related words in Spanish and weather vocabulary that will help you get the most out of the sunny season!

🌞 What is the Spanish word for summer?

First things first – summer in Spanish is "verano". 🇪🇸

Verano – Summer (the warm, sunny season of the year)

🏖️ What are 10 words for summer in Spanish?

Here are 10 essential summer-related words that you’ll need to know for the perfect Spanish summer! 🏖️

Sol – Sun 🌞

Playa – Beach 🏝️

Arena – Sand 🏖️

Sombrilla – Umbrella 🌂

Bañador – Swimsuit 👙

Gafas de sol – Sunglasses 🕶️

Crema solar – Sunscreen 🌞🧴

Piscina – Pool 🏊‍♀️

Cerveza fría – Cold beer 🍺

Cóctel – Cocktail 🍹

🌡️ What are 5 words related to the summer season?

Here are 5 key words that are closely related to the summer season in Spanish. These words will help you talk about what happens during summer in Spain. 🌞

Vacaciones – Holidays 🏖️

Calor – Heat 🔥

Descanso – Rest 🛌

Viaje – Trip ✈️

Diversión – Fun 🎉

🌤️ What is the weather-related vocabulary in Spanish? ☀️

Understanding the weather is essential for any conversation about the summer season! Here's a list of common weather terms that will help you talk about the sunny, warm days:

Hace calor – It’s hot 🌞

Hace buen tiempo – The weather is nice 🌤️

Hace sol – It’s sunny ☀️

Está nublado – It’s cloudy ☁️

Está lloviendo – It’s raining 🌧️

Hace viento – It’s windy 🌬️

Está haciendo frío – It’s cold 🥶

Tormenta – Storm 🌩️

La brisa – The breeze 🌬️

Humedad – Humidity 💧

🌍 Las estaciones del año – The seasons of the year 

Spain has four distinct seasons, just like many other countries. Here's how to talk about them in Spanish:

🌸 Primavera – Spring 

🌞 Verano – Summer 

🍂 Otoño – Autumn 

❄️ Invierno – Winter 

🏖️ Specific summer and beach vocabulary 🏝️

When you think about summer in Spain, you probably think of sunny days at the beach, right? 🏖️ Here’s a special list of beach-related vocabulary that will make you sound like a pro:

Mar – Sea 🌊

Oleaje – Waves 🌊

Surf – Surfing 🏄‍♂️

Tumbona – Sun lounger 🏖️

Chiringuito – Beach bar 🍻

Castillo de arena – Sandcastle 🏰

Nadar – To swim 🏊‍♂️

Canoa – Canoe 🛶

Balsa – Float 🏖️

Snorkel – Snorkelling 🐠

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💡 More interesting facts about summer in Spain

Spain is famous for its summers, and you’ll notice that Spaniards love to enjoy the outdoors. Here are a few tips for making the most of your Spanish summer:

🍸 Late Nights: Spaniards typically eat dinner late, around 9–10 pm. It’s common to enjoy a relaxed evening outdoors! 🍽️

🍺Festivals: Summer in Spain is festival season! If you’re in Spain during the summer, you might catch some amazing local festivals, like La Feria de Agosto in Málaga or La Tomatina in Buñol! 🎉

🌅Beach Clubs: In coastal cities, you’ll find lively beach clubs (called chiringuitos) where people gather to enjoy drinks, music, and great food. 🍹🎶

💬 Typical Spanish summer customs and activities

In Spain, summer is more than just a season — it’s a way of life! Here are some typical summer customs that you’ll experience in Spain:

💤 La siesta: Though not as common in the cities, many Spaniards still take a short nap after lunch, especially in smaller towns. ⚡ Have a look to our bog article about 🔗👉  Spanish Siesta 

🌙 Late-night dinners: Spaniards tend to have late dinners, often after 9:00 pm, enjoying tapas and paella under the stars. 

🏝️ Beach time: The beach is the go-to summer destination, especially in coastal regions like Costa Brava and Costa del Sol. 

🥳 Festivals and parties: Summer is fiesta time! Many cities have open-air festivals, with music, dancing, and food. 

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Let's practice! 😎👇

We'd love to hear from you! What summer activity are you most excited to try en Spain? 🌞🏖️ How do you usually spend your summer holidays? 🌞 Share your thoughts in the comments below - we can't wait to read about your summer plans! 😎👇