AI-generatedRoquetas de Mar at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 24.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,090 h
- Rain a year
- 265 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 12 m
Climate in Roquetas de Mar
Roquetas de Mar has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while January is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 3,090 hours of sunshine a year, Roquetas de Mar is very sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Roquetas de Mar
The best time to visit Roquetas 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 October to May. The wettest month is March with 36 mm of precipitation.
Roquetas de Mar through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Roquetas de Mar in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 20–25 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days in all
Roquetas de Mar in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 28–32 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 11.0 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Roquetas de Mar in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 21–29 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days in all
Roquetas de Mar in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 17–18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 13 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
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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
Excellent
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 17°
- Midday, 13:00: about 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 25°
- Evening, 20:00: about 22°
- Night, 23:00: about 20°
08:1719:35
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 08:01–08:52 · evening 19:01–19:51
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:51–08:01 · evening 19:51–20:02
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 Roquetas de Mar 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 22° to 19°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27° | 23° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 14° |
| Sea | 22° | 19° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Roquetas de Mar in October?
In October, Roquetas de Mar is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 31 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Roquetas de Mar.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 19 min08:17 – 19:35
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 44 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %97 %
- Seaweight 25 %54 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %72 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %95 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
Compare two months in Roquetas 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 Roquetas de Mar: score 97 against 81. In July, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °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 | 81 | 97better |
| Daytime high | 25° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 22° |
| Sea | 20.8° | 23.1° |
| Sunshine | 7.3 h | 11.4 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 5 | 0better |
| Rainfall | 31 mm | 2 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 10 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Roquetas de Mar month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
30January17° · Sea 15° · 6.3 h
In January, Roquetas de Mar is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 24 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Roquetas de Mar.
Roquetas de Mar in January33February18° · Sea 15° · 7.0 h
In February, Roquetas de Mar is mild: daytime highs average 18 °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 7.0 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 20 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Roquetas de Mar.
Roquetas de Mar in February38March20° · Sea 15° · 7.7 h
In March, Roquetas de Mar is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 36 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Roquetas de Mar.
Roquetas de Mar in March53April22° · Sea 16° · 8.9 h
In April, Roquetas de Mar is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 30 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Roquetas de Mar.
Roquetas de Mar in April76May25° · Sea 18° · 9.9 h
In May, Roquetas de Mar is warm: daytime highs average 25 °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 9.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 26 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Roquetas de Mar.
Roquetas de Mar in May88June28° · Sea 21° · 11.2 h
In June, Roquetas de Mar is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 20.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Roquetas de Mar.
Roquetas de Mar in June97July31° · Sea 23° · 11.4 h
In July, Roquetas de Mar is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 23.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Roquetas de Mar.
Roquetas de Mar in July97August32° · Sea 25° · 10.5 h
In August, Roquetas de Mar is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 24.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.5 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. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Roquetas de Mar.
Roquetas de Mar in August96September29° · Sea 23° · 8.7 h
In September, Roquetas de Mar is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 27 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Roquetas de Mar.
Roquetas de Mar in September81October25° · Sea 21° · 7.3 h
In October, Roquetas de Mar is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 31 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Roquetas de Mar.
Roquetas de Mar in October43November21° · Sea 18° · 6.4 h
In November, Roquetas de Mar is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 30 mm. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Roquetas de Mar.
Roquetas de Mar in November29December18° · Sea 16° · 6.0 h
In December, Roquetas de Mar is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 27 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Roquetas de Mar.
Roquetas de Mar in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Roquetas de Mar
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°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
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 July to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and in October. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 32 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 | 30 | 17° | 9° | 15.4° | 6.3 h | 5 | 24 |
| FebruaryFeb | 33 | 18° | 10° | 15.0° | 7.0 h | 4 | 20 |
| MarchMar | 38 | 20° | 11° | 15.3° | 7.7 h | 6 | 36 |
| AprilApr | 53 | 22° | 13° | 16.2° | 8.9 h | 5 | 30 |
| MayMay | 76 | 25° | 16° | 17.9° | 9.9 h | 4 | 26 |
| JuneJun | 88 | 28° | 19° | 20.7° | 11.2 h | 1 | 6 |
| JulyJul | 97 | 31° | 22° | 23.1° | 11.4 h | 0 | 2 |
| AugustAug | 97 | 32° | 23° | 24.6° | 10.5 h | 1 | 7 |
| SeptemberSep | 96 | 29° | 20° | 23.2° | 8.7 h | 4 | 27 |
| OctoberOct | 81 | 25° | 17° | 20.8° | 7.3 h | 5 | 31 |
| NovemberNov | 43 | 21° | 13° | 18.0° | 6.4 h | 5 | 30 |
| DecemberDec | 29 | 18° | 10° | 16.4° | 6.0 h | 4 | 27 |
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
36.76° N, 2.61° W · 12 m · Europe/Madrid
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Roquetas de Mar
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 19.0 – 22.1 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Roquetas de Mar ranges from 15.0 °C in February to 24.6 °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 23.3 and 26.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.4° | 14.8° | 15.9° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.0° | 14.5° | 15.8° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.3° | 14.7° | 15.7° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.2° | 15.3° | 16.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 17.9° | 17.2° | 18.7° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 20.7° | 19.7° | 21.5° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 23.1° | 22.0° | 24.8° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 24.6° | 23.3° | 26.1° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 23.2° | 22.2° | 24.4° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 20.8° | 19.0° | 22.1° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 18.0° | 16.5° | 19.0° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.4° | 15.5° | 17.2° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Roquetas 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 7.3 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Roquetas de Mar, 65 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 25 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Roquetas 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, Roquetas de Mar has about 5 rainy days with 31 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Roquetas de Mar
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 & clouds
Wind and clouds in Roquetas de Mar
How breezy and how cloudy Roquetas 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 Roquetas de Mar typically peaks at 13 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 44 % of the sky over Roquetas de Mar: 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 & humidity
Heat and humidity in Roquetas de Mar
How often the day gets hot in Roquetas 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, Roquetas de Mar has about 0 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
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Roquetas 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.
Roquetas de Mar has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 30).
- 48
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 21 °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 18 °C
- 10.2 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 97
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.8 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 81
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 30
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 5 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
- 1,640 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.
Good to know: Spain
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- Spanish
- Sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +34
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Roquetas de Mar vs Almería
In October the holiday weather in Roquetas de Mar and Almería is about equally good (score 81 vs 81). During the day it is about as warm in Almería as in Roquetas de Mar. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Roquetas de Mar | Almería |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 81 | 81 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 25° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 5 | 5 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Sep – Jun |
Through the year
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In October, Roquetas de Mar ranks 16 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 7Granada24°88
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- 16Roquetas de MarThis page25°21°81
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Frequently asked questions about Roquetas de Mar
When is the best time to visit Roquetas de Mar?
The best time to visit Roquetas 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 Roquetas de Mar?
The sea temperature in Roquetas de Mar ranges from 15.0 °C in February to 24.6 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Roquetas de Mar in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Roquetas de Mar?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Roquetas de Mar?
The wettest month is March with 36 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 2 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Roquetas de Mar get?
Roquetas de Mar gets around 3,090 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.4 hours a day; in December there are 6.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Roquetas de Mar in?
Roquetas de Mar is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Roquetas de Mar?
A nonstop flight from London to Roquetas de Mar takes about 2 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,640 km.
Which school holidays are best for Roquetas de Mar?
Roquetas de Mar has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 30). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 48, May half-term 78, summer holidays 97, October half-term 81, Christmas holidays 30.