A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "Its sunny" in Spanish
Say 'Hace sol' to talk about sunny weather in Spanish. Perfect for small talk!
Hace sol
AH-seh sohlneutral
Spanish TTS · 0:01
Use this phrase when you want to comment on the weather and notice that the sun is out. It's a common way to start a conversation or make an observation on a bright day.
Alternatives
- Está soleadoSlightly more descriptive, like 'it is sunny'.
- Hay solMore literal, meaning 'there is sun'.
Ways to get it wrong
Using 'es' instead of 'hace'
Weather expressions in Spanish often use the verb 'hacer', so 'es sol' is incorrect.
Confusing 'sol' gender
'Sol' (sun) is masculine, so you would say 'el sol', but in this phrase, it's part of an impersonal expression.
A small cultural note
Commenting on the weather is a very common and safe way to initiate small talk in Spanish-speaking countries, just like in English.
Frequently asked
how to say its sunny in spanish
The most common way to say 'it's sunny' in Spanish is 'Hace sol'. This is a standard weather expression.
hace sol vs esta soleado
'Hace sol' is a general statement about the sun being out. 'Está soleado' is a bit more descriptive, meaning 'it is sunny'.
what does hace sol mean literally
Literally, 'Hace sol' translates to 'It makes sun'. This is a common idiomatic way Spanish expresses weather conditions.
How do you say it's sunny in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'it's sunny' in Spanish is 'Hace sol'.
What does 'Hace sol' mean?
'Hace sol' literally translates to 'it makes sun', and it's the standard phrase for describing sunny weather in Spanish.
How do you say 'the weather is sunny' in Spanish?
You can say 'El tiempo está soleado' or 'Hace sol' to describe sunny weather.
How do you say 'sunny' in Spanish slang?
While 'Hace sol' is standard, slang usage can vary regionally. There isn't one universally recognized slang term for 'sunny'.
