AI-generatedPalos de la Frontera at a glance
- Best time
- May – Oct
- Warmest month
- Aug · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 22.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,280 h
- Rain a year
- 423 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 9 m
Climate in Palos de la Frontera
Palos de la Frontera 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 17 °C. With around 3,280 hours of sunshine a year, Palos de la Frontera is very sunny; July is the sunniest month with 12.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Palos de la Frontera
The best time to visit Palos de la Frontera is from May to October. 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 69 mm of precipitation.
Palos de la Frontera through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Palos de la Frontera in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 21–26 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 9.2 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days in all
Palos de la Frontera in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 30–33 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 12.2 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Palos de la Frontera in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 21–30 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days in all
Palos de la Frontera in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 17–18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 18 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, 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: May – October
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 16°
- Midday, 13:00: about 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 26°
- Evening, 20:00: about 22°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
08:3419:52
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 08:18–09:09 · evening 19:17–20:08
- Blue hour
- Morning 08:08–08:18 · evening 20:08–20:18
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 Palos de la Frontera compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 28° 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 | 28° | 23° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 12° |
| Sea | 21° | 19° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.7 h |
What is the weather like in Palos de la Frontera in October?
In October, Palos de la Frontera is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 20.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 64 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Palos de la Frontera.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 18 min08:34 – 19:52
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 2 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 45 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 4 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %51 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %78 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %83 %
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
- A jumper for the evenings
Compare two months in Palos de la Frontera
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 Palos de la Frontera: score 93 against 80. In September, days are 4 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in September. September has 3 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in September.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 80 | 93better |
| Daytime high | 26° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 18° |
| Sea | 20.6° | 22.1° |
| Sunshine | 7.7 h | 9.7 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 6 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 64 mm | 21 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 2better | 5 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Palos de la Frontera month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
27January17° · Sea 16° · 6.2 h
In January, Palos de la Frontera is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 15.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 50 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palos de la Frontera.
Palos de la Frontera in January33February18° · Sea 15° · 7.2 h
In February, Palos de la Frontera is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 39 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palos de la Frontera.
Palos de la Frontera in February44March21° · Sea 16° · 8.1 h
In March, Palos de la Frontera is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 51 mm. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Palos de la Frontera.
Palos de la Frontera in March58April23° · Sea 17° · 9.2 h
In April, Palos de la Frontera is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 44 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Palos de la Frontera.
Palos de la Frontera in April79May26° · Sea 18° · 10.4 h
In May, Palos de la Frontera is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 10.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 26 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Palos de la Frontera.
Palos de la Frontera in May88June30° · Sea 21° · 12.2 h
In June, Palos de la Frontera is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 12.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Palos de la Frontera.
Palos de la Frontera in June84July33° · Sea 22° · 12.7 h
In July, Palos de la Frontera is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 12.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Palos de la Frontera.
Palos de la Frontera in July86August33° · Sea 23° · 11.8 h
In August, Palos de la Frontera is very hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Palos de la Frontera.
Palos de la Frontera in August93September30° · Sea 22° · 9.7 h
In September, Palos de la Frontera is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 21 mm in total. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Palos de la Frontera.
Palos de la Frontera in September80October26° · Sea 21° · 7.7 h
In October, Palos de la Frontera is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 20.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 64 mm. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Palos de la Frontera.
Palos de la Frontera in October42November21° · Sea 18° · 6.6 h
In November, Palos de la Frontera is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 18.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 51 mm. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Palos de la Frontera.
Palos de la Frontera in November25December18° · Sea 17° · 5.8 h
In December, Palos de la Frontera is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 69 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palos de la Frontera.
Palos de la Frontera in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Palos de la Frontera
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°
PleasantOctober: nights around 15°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 2 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (7°), the warmest in August (20°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule in August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from June to July and from September to October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from January to February, so the room should be heated.
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 | 27 | 17° | 7° | 15.6° | 6.2 h | 7 | 50 |
| FebruaryFeb | 33 | 18° | 7° | 15.0° | 7.2 h | 5 | 39 |
| MarchMar | 44 | 21° | 9° | 15.5° | 8.1 h | 7 | 51 |
| AprilApr | 58 | 23° | 11° | 16.7° | 9.2 h | 6 | 44 |
| MayMay | 79 | 26° | 14° | 18.3° | 10.4 h | 5 | 26 |
| JuneJun | 88 | 30° | 17° | 20.6° | 12.2 h | 1 | 5 |
| JulyJul | 84 | 33° | 19° | 22.2° | 12.7 h | 0 | 1 |
| AugustAug | 86 | 33° | 20° | 22.9° | 11.8 h | 0 | 2 |
| SeptemberSep | 93 | 30° | 18° | 22.1° | 9.7 h | 3 | 21 |
| OctoberOct | 80 | 26° | 15° | 20.6° | 7.7 h | 6 | 64 |
| NovemberNov | 42 | 21° | 10° | 18.2° | 6.6 h | 6 | 51 |
| DecemberDec | 25 | 18° | 8° | 16.5° | 5.8 h | 7 | 69 |
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
37.23° N, 6.89° W · 9 m · Europe/Madrid
Sea temperature in Palos de la Frontera
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 18.8 – 22.0 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Palos de la Frontera ranges from 15.0 °C in February to 22.9 °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 21.6 and 24.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.6° | 14.9° | 16.3° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.0° | 14.1° | 15.9° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.5° | 14.7° | 16.0° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.7° | 15.6° | 17.8° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.3° | 17.2° | 19.5° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 20.6° | 19.1° | 21.9° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 22.2° | 21.1° | 23.4° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 22.9° | 21.6° | 24.2° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 22.1° | 20.9° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 20.6° | 18.8° | 22.0° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 18.2° | 17.2° | 19.3° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.5° | 15.8° | 17.4° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Palos de la Frontera
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 7.7 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Palos de la Frontera, 68 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 5 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Palos de la Frontera: 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, Palos de la Frontera has about 6 rainy days with 64 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Palos de la Frontera
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 Palos de la Frontera
How breezy and how cloudy Palos de la Frontera 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 Palos de la Frontera typically peaks at 16 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
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 45 % of the sky over Palos de la Frontera: variable cloud, with about 7.7 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 Palos de la Frontera
How often the day gets hot in Palos de la Frontera (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, Palos de la Frontera has about 4 hot days, with an average daytime high of 26 °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 Palos de la Frontera
Weather for your travel dates
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Palos de la Frontera 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.
Palos de la Frontera has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 85) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 26).
- 54
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 81
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 10.8 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 85
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 12.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 80
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 26
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.0 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 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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Palos de la Frontera vs Huelva
In October the holiday weather in Palos de la Frontera and Huelva is about equally good (score 80 vs 80). During the day Huelva is 1 °C cooler than Palos de la Frontera. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Palos de la Frontera | Huelva |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 80 | 80 |
| Daytime high | 26° | 25° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 6 | 6 |
| Best time | May – Oct | May – Oct |
Through the year
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In October, Palos de la Frontera ranks 11 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Palos de la Frontera
When is the best time to visit Palos de la Frontera?
The best time to visit Palos de la Frontera is from May to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Palos de la Frontera?
The sea temperature in Palos de la Frontera ranges from 15.0 °C in February to 22.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Palos de la Frontera in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.6 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Palos de la Frontera?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 20 °C. January is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Palos de la Frontera?
The wettest month is December with 69 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 1 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Palos de la Frontera get?
Palos de la Frontera gets around 3,280 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 12.7 hours a day; in December there are 5.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Palos de la Frontera in?
Palos de la Frontera is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Palos de la Frontera?
A nonstop flight from London to Palos de la Frontera takes about 2 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,660 km.
Which school holidays are best for Palos de la Frontera?
Palos de la Frontera has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 85) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 26). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 54, May half-term 81, summer holidays 85, October half-term 80, Christmas holidays 26.