The Importance of Cardinal Directions in Your New Home in Southern Spain.
Author: Eve Keerus-Jusupov, CEO of Merlis Homes SL.
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Purchasing property in Southern Spain means investing in a location where the sun shines for more than 320 days a year. However, the amount of sunlight and warmth your future home receives largely depends on the compass point you prefer.
Properties Facing South
South-facing properties are highly desired on the Costa del Sol. They are the ideal choice for those who want maximum sunlight, as south-facing windows and balconies capture the sun throughout the day.
In winter, when the sun is lower, there is more natural light and warmth, helping to reduce heating costs. However, in summer, a south-facing orientation may require greater use of air conditioning to keep living spaces cool.
Who prefers the north?
North-facing properties in Costa del Sol offer relief during the peak of summer, providing a cooler refuge.
However, during the winter months, this orientation may mean less sunlight and higher heating costs, as there is less natural warmth.
This may be the preferred choice for those who like a cooler indoor climate and do not mind relying more on artificial lighting.
We like the east because…
East-facing properties allow you to enjoy wonderful sunrises. It’s perfect for those who love to wake up with the sun, enjoying morning coffee or tea with the first rays of sunshine.
The morning sun is gentler and less intense, which means living spaces do not become too hot during the summer months.
However, in winter, an eastward-facing apartment or house may become cooler in the afternoon as the sun moves west.
Climate Refugees Love the West
West-facing properties are perfect for those who appreciate the warmth of the evening sun at the end of the day. Westward-facing windows and balconies capture the last rays of the day, creating the ideal atmosphere for dinner or just relaxing.
The evening sun is more intense than the morning sun, which means summer evenings can be warmer, but it also provides additional warmth on colder evenings and during the winter.
