Climate of Málaga, Spain
Area-weighted average across Málaga. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Málaga, a subdivision of Spain, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 8.9°C / 48°F in January to 24.2°C / 75.6°F in August, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in to 106 mm / 4.2 in depending on the season (638 mm / 25.1 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.9°C48°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| February | 9.8°C49.6°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| March | 11.6°C52.9°F | 68 mm2.7″ | — |
| April | 13.4°C56.1°F | 55 mm2.2″ | — |
| May | 16.4°C61.5°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 20.6°C69.1°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 24°C75.2°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 24.2°C75.6°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 21.4°C70.5°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 16.6°C61.9°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| November | 12.6°C54.7°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| December | 10°C50°F | 106 mm4.2″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Málaga?
The best months to visit Málaga, Spain for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 24.2°C / 75.6°F, and the driest is July with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Málaga?
Málaga, Spain has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 8.9°C / 48°F in January to 24.2°C / 75.6°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 638 mm / 25.1 in, with the wettest month being December (106 mm / 4.2 in) and the driest July (2 mm / 0.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Málaga?
The hottest month in Málaga is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.2°C / 75.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Málaga?
The coldest month in Málaga is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 8.9°C / 48°F.
When does it rain most in Málaga?
The wettest month in Málaga is December, averaging about 106 mm / 4.2 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 2 mm / 0.1 in.