 However, because of its elevation of 3,000 feet (1045 metres) above sea level, the nights stay cool even in midsummer , and the town fills with people from the coast and Madrid in July and August, many with secondary homes here.In autumn, the town is popular with those who hunt the abundant hares, rabbits and partridges.In winter, the temperature can fall well below zero and it snows several times a year, although it tends to melt after a few days.