AI-generatedMalgrat de Mar at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,460 h
- Rain a year
- 643 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 9 m
Climate in Malgrat de Mar
Malgrat de Mar has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 15 °C. With around 2,460 hours of sunshine a year, Malgrat de Mar is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 9.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Malgrat de Mar
The best time to visit Malgrat de Mar 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 September to May. The wettest month is October with 83 mm of precipitation.
Malgrat de Mar through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Malgrat de Mar in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 19–25 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
Malgrat de Mar in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 29–32 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days in all
Malgrat de Mar in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 19–28 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days in all
Malgrat de Mar in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 15–16 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jul – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Sep – May
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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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 11°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
08:0019:10
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 07:42–08:37 · evening 18:32–19:27
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:32–07:42 · evening 19:27–19:38
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 Malgrat de Mar compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 26° at the start of the month to 21° at the end. The sea cools from 22° to 19°. The days get 1.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 8° |
| Sea | 22° | 19° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.5 h |
What is the weather like in Malgrat de Mar in October?
In October, Malgrat de Mar is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 20.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 83 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Malgrat de Mar.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 10 min08:00 – 19:10
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 18 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 55 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %78 %
- Seaweight 25 %56 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %47 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %69 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Malgrat de Mar
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Malgrat de Mar: score 95 against 64. In July, days are 8 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in July. July has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 64 | 95better |
| Daytime high | 24° | 32° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 18° |
| Sea | 20.9° | 23.8° |
| Sunshine | 5.8 h | 9.4 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 8 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 83 mm | 22 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 1better | 13 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Malgrat de Mar month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
22January15° · Sea 14° · 4.9 h
In January, Malgrat de Mar is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 13.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 55 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Malgrat de Mar.
Malgrat de Mar in January25February16° · Sea 13° · 5.7 h
In February, Malgrat de Mar is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 13.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 46 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Malgrat de Mar.
Malgrat de Mar in February25March19° · Sea 13° · 6.3 h
In March, Malgrat de Mar is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 13.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 63 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Malgrat de Mar.
Malgrat de Mar in March38April21° · Sea 14° · 6.9 h
In April, Malgrat de Mar is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 65 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Malgrat de Mar.
Malgrat de Mar in April63May25° · Sea 17° · 7.7 h
In May, Malgrat de Mar is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 58 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Malgrat de Mar.
Malgrat de Mar in May86June29° · Sea 21° · 8.7 h
In June, Malgrat de Mar is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 31 mm. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Malgrat de Mar.
Malgrat de Mar in June95July32° · Sea 24° · 9.4 h
In July, Malgrat de Mar is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 23.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 22 mm in total. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Malgrat de Mar.
Malgrat de Mar in July94August32° · Sea 25° · 8.8 h
In August, Malgrat de Mar is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 25.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 28 mm in total. On about 23 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Malgrat de Mar.
Malgrat de Mar in August88September28° · Sea 24° · 7.1 h
In September, Malgrat de Mar is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 23.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 68 mm. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Malgrat de Mar.
Malgrat de Mar in September64October24° · Sea 21° · 5.8 h
In October, Malgrat de Mar is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 20.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 83 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Malgrat de Mar.
Malgrat de Mar in October22November19° · Sea 17° · 5.0 h
In November, Malgrat de Mar is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 17.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 70 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Malgrat de Mar.
Malgrat de Mar in November22December15° · Sea 15° · 4.6 h
In December, Malgrat de Mar is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 55 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Malgrat de Mar.
Malgrat de Mar in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Malgrat de Mar
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
CoolOctober: nights around 11°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening. Muggy on about 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (1°), the warmest in August (18°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from June to September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from November to April, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 39 days a year, mostly in August.
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 | 15° | 1° | 13.6° | 4.9 h | 7 | 55 |
| FebruaryFeb | 25 | 16° | 2° | 13.0° | 5.7 h | 7 | 46 |
| MarchMar | 25 | 19° | 5° | 13.3° | 6.3 h | 8 | 63 |
| AprilApr | 38 | 21° | 7° | 14.4° | 6.9 h | 9 | 65 |
| MayMay | 63 | 25° | 11° | 16.9° | 7.7 h | 8 | 58 |
| JuneJun | 86 | 29° | 15° | 20.8° | 8.7 h | 5 | 31 |
| JulyJul | 95 | 32° | 18° | 23.8° | 9.4 h | 3 | 22 |
| AugustAug | 94 | 32° | 18° | 25.2° | 8.8 h | 4 | 28 |
| SeptemberSep | 88 | 28° | 15° | 23.8° | 7.1 h | 8 | 68 |
| OctoberOct | 64 | 24° | 11° | 20.9° | 5.8 h | 8 | 83 |
| NovemberNov | 22 | 19° | 6° | 17.4° | 5.0 h | 8 | 70 |
| DecemberDec | 22 | 15° | 2° | 15.0° | 4.6 h | 7 | 55 |
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
41.65° N, 2.74° E · 9 m · Europe/Madrid
Sea temperature in Malgrat de Mar
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.2 – 22.2 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Malgrat de Mar ranges from 13.0 °C in February to 25.2 °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 24.1 and 26.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13.6° | 13.0° | 14.3° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 13.0° | 12.5° | 13.5° | cold |
| MarchMar | 13.3° | 12.7° | 14.0° | cold |
| AprilApr | 14.4° | 13.9° | 15.3° | cold |
| MayMay | 16.9° | 16.0° | 18.1° | cold |
| JuneJun | 20.8° | 19.4° | 22.3° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 23.8° | 22.3° | 25.3° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.2° | 24.1° | 26.7° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 23.8° | 22.6° | 25.3° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 20.9° | 19.2° | 22.2° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 17.4° | 16.4° | 18.6° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 15.0° | 14.2° | 16.0° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Malgrat de Mar
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 5.8 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Malgrat de Mar, 52 % 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 Malgrat de Mar: 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, Malgrat de Mar has about 8 rainy days with 83 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Malgrat de Mar
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 4 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 9).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 35 min
- Fair skin
- about 45 min
- Light brown skin
- about 65 min
- Olive skin
- about 80 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 Malgrat de Mar
How breezy and how cloudy Malgrat de Mar 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 Malgrat de Mar typically peaks at 18 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Mar – Apr, Nov.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 55 % of the sky over Malgrat de Mar: variable cloud, with about 5.8 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 Malgrat de Mar
How often the day gets hot in Malgrat de Mar (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, Malgrat de Mar has about 1 hot day, with an average daytime high of 24 °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
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Malgrat de Mar 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.
Malgrat de Mar has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 94) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 22).
- 34
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 68
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 94
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 64
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 22
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 1 h 50 min
- Distance
- 1,120 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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Malgrat de Mar vs Blanes
In October the holiday weather in Malgrat de Mar and Blanes is about equally good (score 64 vs 63). During the day it is about as warm in Blanes as in Malgrat de Mar. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Malgrat de Mar | Blanes |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 64 | 63 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 8 | 8 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
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- 16Malgrat de MarThis page24°21°64
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Frequently asked questions about Malgrat de Mar
When is the best time to visit Malgrat de Mar?
The best time to visit Malgrat de Mar 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 Malgrat de Mar?
The sea temperature in Malgrat de Mar ranges from 13.0 °C in February to 25.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Malgrat de Mar in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.9 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Malgrat de Mar?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 18 °C. January is the coolest month at 15 °C.
When does it rain most in Malgrat de Mar?
The wettest month is October with 83 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 22 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Malgrat de Mar get?
Malgrat de Mar gets around 2,460 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 9.4 hours a day; in December there are 4.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Malgrat de Mar in?
Malgrat de Mar is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Malgrat de Mar?
A nonstop flight from London to Malgrat de Mar takes about 1 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,120 km.
Which school holidays are best for Malgrat de Mar?
Malgrat de Mar has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 94) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 22). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 34, May half-term 68, summer holidays 94, October half-term 64, Christmas holidays 22.