Average November temperature: 7°C (44 F)
Population: Spain: approximately 46 million inhabitants, Valladolid: 318,000
Currency: Euro (€)
Official Time: GMT+1
Country Code: 34
Electricity
Electricity in Spain is supplied at 220V AC, 50 Hz and uses two-pronged plugs. You will need a converter to use appliances not running on 220V AC, 50 Hz.
Water
Water purity is not an issue in Spain.
Spanish Currency
The Spanish currency is the Euro (€). Each Euro is divisible into 100 cents. Frequently used banknotes are in 5, 10, 20, and 50 denominations. Coins consist of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 cents, and €1 and €2. The exchange rate fluctuates according to the day’s trading value, but as of January 7, 2011 the rate was $1 USD = 0.77€, and €1= USD$1.29. You can visit XE.com or OandA.com to view the latest exchange rates.
Credit Cards
Major international credit cards are accepted in Spain and most ATMs accept any international VISA and MASTERCARD debit cards.
Bank hours
Banks in Valladolid are usually open from 9.00 am – 2.00 pm Monday to Friday. Some banks open on Saturdays from 10.00 am – 1.00 pm, but closed on Sunday. These times are approximate and may vary. 24-hour access is possible through ATMs countrywide.
Weather/Climate
In November, the average temperature is 7 °C (44 F) and it can be wetter at this time of the year. Please ensure you have warm coats, closed shoes, an umbrella and/or a waterproof jacket.
Yellow Fever
Though Yellow Fever is not prevalent in Spain, passengers from some countries in Africa and South America may need to bring verification of vaccination. To learn more about requirements for traveling to Spain visit this page on advice for travelers and learn more about what vaccinations are required and recommended.
Hospitals
Hospital Valladolid Felipe II: Calle Felipe II, 9, 47003 Valladolid, Spain
phone: 983.358.000
Services include:
24-hour Emergency Room
Trauma Unit
Pharmacy
Hospital Clínico Universitario Valladolid, Avenida de Ramón y Cajal, 3
47003 Valladolid, España
phone: 983.420.000
Dental Clinic
Periocell Dental Office SLNE
Calle de Santiago, 22
47001 Valladolid, España
983 372 307