Vélez de Benaudalla
City in Granada, Spain
Overview
Vélez de Benaudalla is a picturesque Andalusian village set at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Known for its tranquil ambiance, historic Nasrid Garden, and charming whitewashed architecture, it offers a taste of authentic Spanish village life. The town is rich in history and surrounded by natural beauty, making it a perfect spot for relaxation and exploration.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Granada
Population
3,054
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
36.83°, -3.52°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
88
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
96
Monthly Cost
$1,392
Local Cost
$828
Local Income
$1,200
Cashless
60
English
25
Temperature
16.0°C
Summer Avg
25.0°C
Winter Avg
8.5°C
Record High
39.3°C
Record Low
-4.6°C
Humidity
62%
Precipitation
398 mm
Internet Speed
241 Mbps
Upload
210 Mbps
Latency
16 ms
City Vibrancy
7
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
1
Parks
3
Transport
95
Walk Score
95
Footways
190.0
Airport
GRX
Distance
46 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 38 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 62/100.