Ibiza (city) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ibiza
Eivissa (Catalan)
Vila d'Eivissa
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View of the Dalt Vila of Eivissa and its cathedral
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Location of Ibiza City within Ibiza
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Location in Ibiza
Ibiza
Location in Balearic Islands
Ibiza
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Balearic Islands |
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| Province | Balearic Islands | |
| Island | Ibiza | |
| Judicial district | Ibiza | |
| Founded | 654 BC | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 11.14 km2 (4.30 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 99 m (325 ft) | |
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 49,727 | |
| • Density | 4,463.8/km2 (11,561/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Ibizans eivissencs (Catalan) ibicencos (Spanish) |
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| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
07800
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| Official language(s) | Catalan and Spanish | |
Ibiza (also called Eivissa in Catalan) is a city and a municipality in Spain. It is located on the southeast coast of the island of Ibiza. This island is part of the Balearic Islands, a group of islands in the Mediterranean Sea.
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Discovering Ibiza City
The city of Ibiza is often called Eivissa in the local Catalan language. Sometimes people also call it Vila d'Eivissa or just Vila, which means "Town". The city has two main parts.
Old Town: Dalt Vila
The older part of the city is known as the Catalan Dalt Vila. This means "Upper Town". It is built on a small mountain right by the sea. This historic area has narrow streets and old buildings.
Modern Area: Eixample
The newer part of Ibiza City is called the Eixample. This word means "Extension". It is the more modern area with wider streets and newer buildings.
Population and Importance
Ibiza City is the biggest and most important town on the island of Ibiza. In 2021, about 50,643 people lived there. It is also the capital of the Pityusic Islands. This group includes Ibiza and the nearby island of Formentera.
Things to Do in Ibiza
Ibiza is a popular place for visitors. It offers many fun activities and interesting sights.
Music and Entertainment
Ibiza is famous for its lively music scene. Many people visit to enjoy the big music events and see famous DJs. Some of the world's most well-known music clubs are found here. These include Pacha, Amnesia, Space, and Ushuaïa. These clubs are often ranked among the best globally by DJ Magazine.
Exploring Historical Sights
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There are many interesting places to see in Ibiza City.
- Cathedral of Santa Maria d'Eivissa: This old church was built in the 14th century. It sits at the very top of the Dalt Vila, offering great views.
- Necropolis of Puig des Molins: This is an ancient burial ground from the Punic times. A necropolis is like a large cemetery from long ago.
- Christ, the Sacred Heart of Jesus: This is a tall statue, about 23 meters (75 feet) high. It was inspired by the famous Christ the Redeemer statue. You can find it about 3.1 miles (5 km) north of the city.
Understanding Ibiza's Climate
Ibiza has a warm and sunny climate. It is known as a hot semi-arid climate or a hot-summer Mediterranean climate. This means it has mild winters and hot, dry summers.
Temperatures and Sunshine
The average temperature in Ibiza throughout the year is about 18.3°C (65°F). The weather stays quite steady.
- Ibiza gets a lot of sunshine, around 2700 to 2800 hours each year.
- The average high temperature is 22.2°C (72°F).
- The average low temperature is 14.3°C (58°F).
Rainfall and Seasons
Winters in Ibiza, from November to April, are mild and a bit rainy. This rain helps the island turn green. Summers are hot and a little humid, but they get very little rain. When it does rain in summer, it often comes with thunderstorms.
- The coldest month is January, with an average high of 15.7°C (60°F) and a low of 8.1°C (47°F).
- The warmest month is August, with an average high of 30.3°C (87°F) and a low of 22.2°C (72°F).
- It rarely gets extremely hot or cold because the sea helps keep the temperature steady.
- Since records began in 1952, Ibiza has never been hotter than 39°C (102°F) or colder than -3°C (27°F).
- The sea around Ibiza has an average temperature of 19.7°C (67°F).
| Climate data for Aeropuerto de Ibiza 6 metres (20 feet) (1981–2010), extremes (1953–2021) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °C (°F) | 24.7 (76.5) |
23.5 (74.3) |
26.5 (79.7) |
27.8 (82.0) |
31.0 (87.8) |
36.5 (97.7) |
36.6 (97.9) |
37.0 (98.6) |
38.4 (101.1) |
32.0 (89.6) |
28.4 (83.1) |
23.8 (74.8) |
38.4 (101.1) |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 15.7 (60.3) |
15.9 (60.6) |
17.7 (63.9) |
19.7 (67.5) |
22.7 (72.9) |
26.8 (80.2) |
29.7 (85.5) |
30.3 (86.5) |
27.7 (81.9) |
24.0 (75.2) |
19.6 (67.3) |
16.7 (62.1) |
22.2 (72.0) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | 11.9 (53.4) |
12.1 (53.8) |
13.7 (56.7) |
15.6 (60.1) |
18.6 (65.5) |
22.6 (72.7) |
25.6 (78.1) |
26.3 (79.3) |
23.8 (74.8) |
20.2 (68.4) |
15.9 (60.6) |
13.1 (55.6) |
18.3 (64.9) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 8.1 (46.6) |
8.3 (46.9) |
9.6 (49.3) |
11.4 (52.5) |
14.6 (58.3) |
18.4 (65.1) |
21.4 (70.5) |
22.2 (72.0) |
19.9 (67.8) |
16.5 (61.7) |
12.3 (54.1) |
9.5 (49.1) |
14.3 (57.7) |
| Record low °C (°F) | −1.2 (29.8) |
−3.0 (26.6) |
0.8 (33.4) |
3.4 (38.1) |
6.8 (44.2) |
10.0 (50.0) |
14.0 (57.2) |
11.0 (51.8) |
11.4 (52.5) |
6.3 (43.3) |
1.0 (33.8) |
0.4 (32.7) |
−3.0 (26.6) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 37 (1.5) |
36 (1.4) |
27 (1.1) |
31 (1.2) |
27 (1.1) |
11 (0.4) |
5 (0.2) |
18 (0.7) |
57 (2.2) |
58 (2.3) |
53 (2.1) |
52 (2.0) |
413 (16.3) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 1 mm) | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 45 |
| Average snowy days | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.1 |
| Mean monthly sunshine hours | 162 | 166 | 211 | 246 | 272 | 299 | 334 | 305 | 236 | 205 | 157 | 151 | 2,744 |
| Percent possible sunshine | 52 | 54 | 57 | 63 | 63 | 67 | 72 | 70 | 66 | 60 | 52 | 54 | 61 |
| Source 1: Agencia Estatal de Meteorología | |||||||||||||
| Source 2: Agencia Estatal de Meteorología, Met Office | |||||||||||||
| Climate data for Ibiza | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Average sea temperature °C (°F) | 14.7 (58.5) |
14.3 (57.7) |
14.5 (58.0) |
16.3 (61.4) |
19.1 (66.3) |
22.5 (72.6) |
25.1 (77.1) |
26.2 (79.1) |
25.2 (77.4) |
22.7 (72.9) |
19.6 (67.3) |
16.6 (61.8) |
19.7 (67.5) |
| Mean daily daylight hours | 10.0 | 11.0 | 12.0 | 13.0 | 14.0 | 15.0 | 15.0 | 14.0 | 12.0 | 11.0 | 10.0 | 9.0 | 12.2 |
| Average Ultraviolet index | 2 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 5.4 |
| Source #1: seatemperature.org | |||||||||||||
| Source: Weather Atlas | |||||||||||||
See also
In Spanish: Ibiza (ciudad) para niños
