Region in Andalusia, Spain
Costa del Sol weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Costa del Sol
Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and less crowded. Jul–Aug is hot and packed; winter is mild with some rain, and good for long stays.
Costa del Sol weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan16°56 mm
- Feb16°56 mm
- Mar17°69 mm
- Apr18°51 mm
- May21°24 mm
- Jun25°3 mm
- Jul27°1 mm
- Aug28°3 mm
- Sep25°29 mm
- Oct22°60 mm
- Nov18°82 mm
- Dec16°71 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C60°F | 12°C53°F | 56 mm | 76% | Cool |
| February | 16°C60°F | 12°C53°F | 56 mm | 76% | Cool |
| March | 17°C63°F | 13°C55°F | 69 mm | 75% | Cool |
| April | 18°C65°F | 14°C58°F | 51 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| May | 21°C70°F | 17°C62°F | 24 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| June | 25°C76°F | 20°C68°F | 3 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| July | 27°C81°F | 22°C72°F | 1 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| August | 28°C82°F | 23°C74°F | 3 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| September | 25°C77°F | 21°C70°F | 29 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| October | 22°C72°F | 19°C65°F | 60 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| November | 18°C65°F | 15°C59°F | 82 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| December | 16°C61°F | 13°C55°F | 71 mm | 78% | Cool |
Best months across Spain
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Barcelona | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Madrid | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Seville | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (38°C) |
| Valencia | Apr–Jun, Oct | Jul (35°C) |
| Málaga | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Mallorca | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Ibiza | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Tenerife | Jan–May, Oct–Nov | Sep (25°C) |
| Gran Canaria | Oct–Apr | Sep (24°C) |
| Granada | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Costa del Sol | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Palma | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Las Palmas | Oct–Apr | Sep (24°C) |
| Lanzarote | Oct–May | Sep (24°C) |
| San Sebastián | Jun–Sep | Aug (24°C) |
| Bilbao | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (24°C) |
| Alicante | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (34°C) |
| Fuerteventura | Oct–Apr | Sep (24°C) |
| Córdoba | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (38°C) |
| Marbella | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Menorca | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Cádiz | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (29°C) |
| Toledo | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Santiago de Compostela | May–Sep | Aug (24°C) |
| Benidorm | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Costa Blanca | Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov | Jul (34°C) |
| Costa Brava | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (25°C) |
| Maspalomas | Nov–Apr | Sep (25°C) |
| Sitges | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Salamanca | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Costa del Sol?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and less crowded. Jul–Aug is hot and packed; winter is mild with some rain, and good for long stays.
When is the rainy season in Costa del Sol?
Rain peaks in November with about 82 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Costa del Sol?
August, with average highs of 28°C (82°F).
How cold does Costa del Sol get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 12°C (53°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Aena: Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport
- Renfe Cercanías Málaga
- EMT Málaga
- Visit Costa del Sol
- Impact Hub Málaga
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.