AI-generatedAlmuñécar at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 24.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,950 h
- Rain a year
- 696 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 0 m
Climate in Almuñécar
Almuñécar has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 18 °C. With around 2,950 hours of sunshine a year, Almuñécar is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Almuñécar
The best time to visit Almuñécar is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from July to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to May. In August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 33 °C. The wettest month is December with 98 mm of precipitation.
Almuñécar through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Almuñécar in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 21–26 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Almuñécar in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 30–33 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 11.0 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days in all
Almuñécar in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 21–29 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Almuñécar in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jul – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – May
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
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Your best months: June, August – September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 18°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 25°
- Evening, 20:00: about 23°
- Night, 23:00: about 20°
08:2119:40
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 08:05–08:56 · evening 19:05–19:56
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:55–08:05 · evening 19:56–20:06
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Almuñécar compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 27° at the start of the month to 23° at the end. The sea cools from 21° to 19°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27° | 23° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 15° |
| Sea | 21° | 19° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Almuñécar in October?
In October, Almuñécar is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 76 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Almuñécar.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 19 min08:21 – 19:40
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 10 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 54 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 2 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %46 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %67 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %73 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Light, breathable clothes
Compare two months in Almuñécar
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
September has the better holiday weather in Almuñécar: score 91 against 74. In September, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in September. September has 2 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in September.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 74 | 91better |
| Daytime high | 25° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 20° |
| Sea | 20.2° | 22.4° |
| Sunshine | 7.0 h | 8.6 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 8 | 6better |
| Rainfall | 76 mm | 41 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 4 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Almuñécar month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
22January18° · Sea 16° · 5.7 h
In January, Almuñécar is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 72 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Almuñécar.
Almuñécar in January27February18° · Sea 15° · 6.6 h
In February, Almuñécar is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 59 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Almuñécar.
Almuñécar in February34March21° · Sea 15° · 7.1 h
In March, Almuñécar is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 15.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 94 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Almuñécar.
Almuñécar in March49April22° · Sea 16° · 8.2 h
In April, Almuñécar is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 78 mm in total. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Almuñécar.
Almuñécar in April73May26° · Sea 18° · 9.5 h
In May, Almuñécar is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 17.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 60 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Almuñécar.
Almuñécar in May87June30° · Sea 20° · 11.2 h
In June, Almuñécar is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 20.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 17 mm in total. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Almuñécar.
Almuñécar in June86July33° · Sea 23° · 11.5 h
In July, Almuñécar is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Almuñécar.
Almuñécar in July90August33° · Sea 24° · 10.4 h
In August, Almuñécar is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 24.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Almuñécar.
Almuñécar in August91September29° · Sea 22° · 8.6 h
In September, Almuñécar is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 41 mm. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Almuñécar.
Almuñécar in September74October25° · Sea 20° · 7.0 h
In October, Almuñécar is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 76 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Almuñécar.
Almuñécar in October37November21° · Sea 18° · 5.9 h
In November, Almuñécar is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 90 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Almuñécar.
Almuñécar in November22December18° · Sea 16° · 5.3 h
In December, Almuñécar is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 98 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Almuñécar.
Almuñécar in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Almuñécar
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
PleasantOctober: nights around 17°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open.
The coolest nights are in January (9°), the warmest in August (23°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and in October.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 22 | 18° | 9° | 15.5° | 5.7 h | 9 | 72 |
| FebruaryFeb | 27 | 18° | 10° | 15.2° | 6.6 h | 8 | 59 |
| MarchMar | 34 | 21° | 12° | 15.4° | 7.1 h | 10 | 94 |
| AprilApr | 49 | 22° | 14° | 16.3° | 8.2 h | 10 | 78 |
| MayMay | 73 | 26° | 16° | 17.9° | 9.5 h | 8 | 60 |
| JuneJun | 87 | 30° | 20° | 20.3° | 11.2 h | 3 | 17 |
| JulyJul | 86 | 33° | 23° | 22.6° | 11.5 h | 1 | 3 |
| AugustAug | 90 | 33° | 23° | 24.1° | 10.4 h | 2 | 8 |
| SeptemberSep | 91 | 29° | 20° | 22.4° | 8.6 h | 6 | 41 |
| OctoberOct | 74 | 25° | 17° | 20.2° | 7.0 h | 8 | 76 |
| NovemberNov | 37 | 21° | 13° | 17.5° | 5.9 h | 8 | 90 |
| DecemberDec | 22 | 18° | 10° | 16.1° | 5.3 h | 8 | 98 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Almuñécar
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 18.4 – 21.4 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Almuñécar ranges from 15.2 °C in February to 24.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 22.9 and 25.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.5° | 14.8° | 16.0° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.2° | 14.4° | 15.8° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.4° | 14.7° | 16.0° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.3° | 15.4° | 17.0° | cold |
| MayMay | 17.9° | 17.0° | 18.8° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 20.3° | 18.9° | 21.5° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 22.6° | 21.1° | 24.0° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 24.1° | 22.9° | 25.2° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 22.4° | 21.3° | 23.6° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 20.2° | 18.4° | 21.4° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 17.5° | 16.1° | 18.6° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.1° | 15.3° | 17.0° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Almuñécar
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.0 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Almuñécar, 62 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Almuñécar: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Almuñécar has about 8 rainy days with 76 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Almuñécar
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 5 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 30 min
- Fair skin
- about 35 min
- Light brown skin
- about 50 min
- Olive skin
- about 65 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Almuñécar
How breezy and how cloudy Almuñécar is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Almuñécar typically peaks at 10 km/h during the day: Beaufort 2, light breeze or less.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 54 % of the sky over Almuñécar: variable cloud, with about 7.0 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Almuñécar
How often the day gets hot in Almuñécar (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Almuñécar has about 2 hot days, with an average daytime high of 25 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Almuñécar
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Almuñécar in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Almuñécar has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 89) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 22).
- 45
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 76
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 9.8 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 89
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.8 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 74
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 22
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 30 min
- Distance
- 1,660 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Almuñécar vs Salobreña
In October the holiday weather in Almuñécar and Salobreña is about equally good (score 74 vs 76). During the day it is about as warm in Salobreña as in Almuñécar. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Almuñécar | Salobreña |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 74 | 76 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 25° |
| Sea | 20° | 20° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 8 | 7 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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Frequently asked questions about Almuñécar
When is the best time to visit Almuñécar?
The best time to visit Almuñécar is from June to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Almuñécar?
The sea temperature in Almuñécar ranges from 15.2 °C in February to 24.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Almuñécar in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Almuñécar?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 18 °C.
When does it rain most in Almuñécar?
The wettest month is December with 98 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 3 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Almuñécar get?
Almuñécar gets around 2,950 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.5 hours a day; in December there are 5.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Almuñécar in?
Almuñécar is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Almuñécar?
A nonstop flight from London to Almuñécar takes about 2 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,660 km.
Which school holidays are best for Almuñécar?
Almuñécar has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 89) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 22). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 45, May half-term 76, summer holidays 89, October half-term 74, Christmas holidays 22.