AI-generatedMojácar at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.7°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,070 h
- Rain a year
- 239 mm
- Climate
- Dry subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 162 m
Climate in Mojácar
Mojácar has a dry subtropical climate: mild to warm all year, with very little rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 16 °C. With around 3,070 hours of sunshine a year, Mojácar is very sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Mojácar
The best time to visit Mojácar is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from September to June. The wettest month is March with 32 mm of precipitation.
Mojácar through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Mojácar in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 19–24 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days in all
Mojácar in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Mojácar in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 20–28 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days in all
Mojácar in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 16–17 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Sep – Jun
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: July – September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 16°
- Midday, 13:00: about 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 21°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
08:1419:32
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 07:58–08:49 · evening 18:57–19:48
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:48–07:58 · evening 19:48–19:58
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 Mojácar 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 22° at the end. The sea cools from 23° to 20°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 13° |
| Sea | 23° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.7 h |
What is the weather like in Mojácar in October?
In October, Mojácar is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 31 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Mojácar.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 18 min08:14 – 19:32
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 17 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 45 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %87 %
- Seaweight 25 %70 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %72 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %99 %
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
Compare two months in Mojácar
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 Mojácar: score 100 against 82. In July, days are 7 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in July. July has 4 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 82 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 24° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 21° |
| Sea | 21.9° | 24.2° |
| Sunshine | 7.3 h | 11.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 4 | 0better |
| Rainfall | 31 mm | 2 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 1better | 13 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Mojácar month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
31January16° · Sea 15° · 6.3 h
In January, Mojácar is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 15.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 22 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Mojácar.
Mojácar in January33February17° · Sea 15° · 7.0 h
In February, Mojácar is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 14.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 17 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Mojácar.
Mojácar in February34March19° · Sea 15° · 7.7 h
In March, Mojácar is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 32 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Mojácar.
Mojácar in March51April21° · Sea 16° · 8.9 h
In April, Mojácar is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 24 mm in total. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Mojácar.
Mojácar in April75May24° · Sea 18° · 9.9 h
In May, Mojácar is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 20 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Mojácar.
Mojácar in May91June28° · Sea 21° · 11.1 h
In June, Mojácar is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Mojácar.
Mojácar in June100July31° · Sea 24° · 11.3 h
In July, Mojácar is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Mojácar.
Mojácar in July100August31° · Sea 26° · 10.4 h
In August, Mojácar is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 22 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 Mojácar.
Mojácar in August99September28° · Sea 25° · 8.6 h
In September, Mojácar is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 24.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.6 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 28 mm in total. On about 5 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Mojácar.
Mojácar in September82October24° · Sea 22° · 7.3 h
In October, Mojácar is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 31 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Mojácar.
Mojácar in October40November20° · Sea 19° · 6.3 h
In November, Mojácar is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 29 mm in total. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Mojácar.
Mojácar in November29December17° · Sea 16° · 5.9 h
In December, Mojácar is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 26 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Mojácar.
Mojácar in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Mojácar
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°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 15°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (7°), the warmest in August (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and from September to October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average in January, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 42 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 | 31 | 16° | 7° | 15.1° | 6.3 h | 4 | 22 |
| FebruaryFeb | 33 | 17° | 8° | 14.7° | 7.0 h | 4 | 17 |
| MarchMar | 34 | 19° | 10° | 15.0° | 7.7 h | 5 | 32 |
| AprilApr | 51 | 21° | 12° | 16.3° | 8.9 h | 5 | 24 |
| MayMay | 75 | 24° | 15° | 18.4° | 9.9 h | 3 | 20 |
| JuneJun | 91 | 28° | 18° | 21.4° | 11.1 h | 1 | 4 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 31° | 21° | 24.2° | 11.3 h | 0 | 2 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 31° | 22° | 25.7° | 10.4 h | 1 | 6 |
| SeptemberSep | 99 | 28° | 19° | 24.5° | 8.6 h | 4 | 28 |
| OctoberOct | 82 | 24° | 15° | 21.9° | 7.3 h | 4 | 31 |
| NovemberNov | 40 | 20° | 11° | 18.7° | 6.3 h | 5 | 29 |
| DecemberDec | 29 | 17° | 8° | 16.4° | 5.9 h | 4 | 26 |
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 Mojácar
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.1 – 23.2 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Mojácar ranges from 14.7 °C in February to 25.7 °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 24.8 and 26.9 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.1° | 14.5° | 15.6° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.7° | 14.1° | 15.3° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.0° | 14.4° | 15.6° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.3° | 15.5° | 17.0° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.4° | 17.5° | 19.3° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 21.4° | 20.3° | 22.3° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.2° | 23.2° | 25.9° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.7° | 24.8° | 26.9° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 24.5° | 23.3° | 25.5° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.9° | 20.1° | 23.2° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 18.7° | 17.4° | 20.3° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.4° | 15.3° | 17.3° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Mojácar
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 7.3 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Mojácar, 65 % 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 Mojácar: 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, Mojácar has about 4 rainy days with 31 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Mojácar
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 Mojácar
How breezy and how cloudy Mojácar 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 Mojácar typically peaks at 17 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 – May.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 45 % of the sky over Mojácar: mostly sunny, with about 7.3 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 Mojácar
How often the day gets hot in Mojácar (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, Mojácar has about 0 hot days, 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
Planning a trip to Mojácar
Weather for your travel dates
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Mojácar 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.
Mojácar has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 30).
- 46
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 78
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 100
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.7 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 82
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 30
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 25 min
- Distance
- 1,600 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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Mojácar vs Lorca
In October the holiday weather in Mojácar and Lorca is about equally good (score 82 vs 82). During the day it is about as warm in Lorca as in Mojácar.
| in October | Mojácar | Lorca |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 82 | 82 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 22° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 4 | 5 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Feb – Jun, Sep – Nov |
Through the year
Spain in October: the best places
In October, Mojácar ranks 15 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 2Almería25°21°93
- 3Cartagena24°22°93
- 4Elche25°93
- 5Murcia26°92
- 6Lorca24°90
- 7Granada24°88
- 8Santa Pola25°22°88
- 15MojácarThis page24°22°82
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Frequently asked questions about Mojácar
When is the best time to visit Mojácar?
The best time to visit Mojácar 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 Mojácar?
The sea temperature in Mojácar ranges from 14.7 °C in February to 25.7 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Mojácar in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Mojácar?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 16 °C.
When does it rain most in Mojácar?
The wettest month is March with 32 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 2 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Mojácar get?
Mojácar gets around 3,070 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.3 hours a day; in December there are 5.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Mojácar in?
Mojácar is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Mojácar?
A nonstop flight from London to Mojácar takes about 2 h 25 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,600 km.
Which school holidays are best for Mojácar?
Mojácar has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 30). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 46, May half-term 78, summer holidays 100, October half-term 82, Christmas holidays 30.