The latitude and longitude denominations of Spain make it lie on the southwestern side of the continent of Europe. The latitude and longitude co-ordinations of Spain position it in the midst of such geographical landmarks as the Pyrenees, Mediterranean, North Atlantic and the Bay of Biscay. Spain's capital Madrid' s latitude and longitude co-ordinates are respectively 40°24 N and 3°41 W.

The latitude and longitude co-ordinates of Spain give it a kind of climate that is predominantly temperate where summers are especially hot in the inland areas but somewhat cloudy in the coastal areas. In the winter months too, it is very cold in the interiors while comparatively coastal areas are less cold.