AI-generatedSalobreña at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 33°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 24.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,010 h
- Rain a year
- 606 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 45 m
Climate in Salobreña
Salobreña 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 3,010 hours of sunshine a year, Salobreña is very sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Salobreña
The best time to visit Salobreña 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 82 mm of precipitation.
Salobreña through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Salobreña in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 20–25 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.4 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days in all
Salobreña in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 29–33 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 11.1 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days in all
Salobreña in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 21–29 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.3 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Salobreña in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 17–18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 23 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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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 17°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 25°
- Evening, 20:00: about 22°
- Night, 23:00: about 20°
08:2019:39
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 08:04–08:55 · evening 19:04–19:55
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:54–08:04 · evening 19:55–20:05
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 Salobreña 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 | 18° | 14° |
| Sea | 21° | 19° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Salobreña in October?
In October, Salobreña 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 7.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 65 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Salobreña.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 19 min08:20 – 19:39
- 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
- 49 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °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 %68 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %77 %
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 Salobreña
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in Salobreña: score 92 against 76. In August, days are 8 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in August. August has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 76 | 92better |
| Daytime high | 25° | 33° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 23° |
| Sea | 20.2° | 24.1° |
| Sunshine | 7.1 h | 10.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 7 | 2better |
| Rainfall | 65 mm | 9 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 13 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Salobreña month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
24January17° · Sea 16° · 6.0 h
In January, Salobreña is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 61 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Salobreña.
Salobreña in January28February18° · Sea 15° · 6.8 h
In February, Salobreña 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 6.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 52 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Salobreña.
Salobreña in February33March20° · Sea 15° · 7.3 h
In March, Salobreña is mild: daytime highs average 20 °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 7.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 82 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Salobreña.
Salobreña in March49April22° · Sea 16° · 8.4 h
In April, Salobreña is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 67 mm. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Salobreña.
Salobreña in April73May25° · Sea 18° · 9.6 h
In May, Salobreña 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 9.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 55 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Salobreña.
Salobreña in May87June29° · Sea 20° · 11.3 h
In June, Salobreña is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 20.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 17 mm in total. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Salobreña.
Salobreña in June88July32° · Sea 23° · 11.6 h
In July, Salobreña is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 22.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Salobreña.
Salobreña in July92August33° · Sea 24° · 10.5 h
In August, Salobreña is 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 10.5 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, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Salobreña.
Salobreña in August91September29° · Sea 22° · 8.6 h
In September, Salobreña 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 5 days, adding up to 39 mm. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Salobreña.
Salobreña in September76October25° · Sea 20° · 7.1 h
In October, Salobreña 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 7.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 65 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Salobreña.
Salobreña in October37November21° · Sea 18° · 6.1 h
In November, Salobreña 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 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 75 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Salobreña.
Salobreña in November23December18° · Sea 16° · 5.5 h
In December, Salobreña 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 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 82 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Salobreña.
Salobreña in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Salobreña
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 | 24 | 17° | 9° | 15.5° | 6.0 h | 8 | 61 |
| FebruaryFeb | 28 | 18° | 10° | 15.2° | 6.8 h | 7 | 52 |
| MarchMar | 33 | 20° | 12° | 15.4° | 7.3 h | 10 | 82 |
| AprilApr | 49 | 22° | 13° | 16.3° | 8.4 h | 9 | 67 |
| MayMay | 73 | 25° | 16° | 17.9° | 9.6 h | 7 | 55 |
| JuneJun | 87 | 29° | 20° | 20.3° | 11.3 h | 3 | 17 |
| JulyJul | 88 | 32° | 23° | 22.6° | 11.6 h | 1 | 3 |
| AugustAug | 92 | 33° | 23° | 24.1° | 10.5 h | 2 | 9 |
| SeptemberSep | 91 | 29° | 20° | 22.4° | 8.6 h | 5 | 39 |
| OctoberOct | 76 | 25° | 17° | 20.2° | 7.1 h | 7 | 65 |
| NovemberNov | 37 | 21° | 13° | 17.5° | 6.1 h | 7 | 75 |
| DecemberDec | 23 | 18° | 10° | 16.1° | 5.5 h | 8 | 82 |
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
36.74° N, 3.59° W · 45 m · Europe/Madrid
Sea temperature in Salobreña
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 Salobreña 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 Salobreña
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 7.1 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Salobreña, 63 % 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 Salobreña: 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, Salobreña has about 7 rainy days with 65 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Salobreña
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 60 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 Salobreña
How breezy and how cloudy Salobreña 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 Salobreña 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 49 % of the sky over Salobreña: variable cloud, with about 7.1 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 Salobreña
How often the day gets hot in Salobreña (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, Salobreña has about 1 hot day, 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 Salobreña
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Salobreña 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.
Salobreña has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 91) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 24).
- 44
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 76
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 9.9 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 91
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 33 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.9 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 76
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 24
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 8 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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Salobreña vs Motril
In October the holiday weather in Salobreña and Motril is about equally good (score 76 vs 76). During the day it is about as warm in Motril as in Salobreña. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Salobreña | Motril |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 76 | 76 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 25° |
| Sea | 20° | 20° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 7 | 7 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
Through the year
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In October, Salobreña ranks 15 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 15SalobreñaThis page25°20°76
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Frequently asked questions about Salobreña
When is the best time to visit Salobreña?
The best time to visit Salobreña 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 Salobreña?
The sea temperature in Salobreña 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 Salobreña in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Salobreña?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 23 °C. January is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Salobreña?
The wettest month is March with 82 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 3 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Salobreña get?
Salobreña gets around 3,010 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.6 hours a day; in December there are 5.5 hours a day.
What time zone is Salobreña in?
Salobreña is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Salobreña?
A nonstop flight from London to Salobreña takes about 2 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,660 km.
Which school holidays are best for Salobreña?
Salobreña has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 91) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 24). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 44, May half-term 76, summer holidays 91, October half-term 76, Christmas holidays 24.