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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Andalusia for your holiday.
Climate Overview
4 °C to 36 °C
14 °C to 24 °C
0.08 – 4.53 in (0 – 8 Days of Rain)Average Annual Temperature is between 17.5 °C (Córdoba) and 18 °C (Málaga)
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Geographical location
Table of Contents
Andalusia is the southernmost region of Europe, only the Strait of Gibraltar separates it from the African continent. Andalusia consists of eight provinces, each named after its capital.
The region of Cadiz is located at the southernmost tip, Malaga to the east and the main province of Seville to the north. About 8.5 million people live on an area of 54000 square miles. The province of Seville is the most populous region with almost 2 million inhabitants and also has the largest land area in Andalusia.
On the south coast you find the Andalusian Folded Mountains, with the Sierra Nevada in the center and the 3482 meters high Mulhacén as the highest peak of the Iberian Peninsula. The famous Costa del Sol in the province of Málaga offers a place to go for all sun lovers and beach holidaymakers. The southernmost part of the European mainland is formed by the Campo de Gibraltar. The Penón de Gibraltar is the tip of this peninsula.
Climate in Andalusia
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Already in the spring months the temperatures in Andalusia reach a pleasant 21 °C. The plants begin to sprout and envelop the region in a lush green. Some parallels to the North African climate cannot be denied in the weather in Andalusia, the geographical proximity to Morocco is also clearly reflected in the temperatures. Day temperatures in Málaga climb above 25 °C in May and peak in July and August at over 30 °C. The precipitation values are close to zero during this travel period.
In the province of Córdoba, temperatures even exceed 30 °C by the end of May and can reach 37 °C at the peak of the season. Córdoba is inland and therefore better protected from the wind, so the interior of Andalusia is always a bit hotter than the coastal region. Typical for Andalusia is however everywhere the clear day-night gradient.
At night, temperatures drop below 20 °C, even in high summer, to reheat nature with the onset of the midday sun. This phenomenon is known from North African regions such as Morocco and Tunisia. With summer water temperatures of around 22 °C, jumping into the sea from July to September is a lot of fun.
Best Time to Visit Andalusia: Overview
JanuaryJan TemperaturesTemp. up to 17 °C Water max. 15 °C | FebruaryFeb TemperaturesTemp. up to 18 °C Water max. 14 °C | MarchMar TemperaturesTemp. up to 21 °C Water max. 14 °C | AprilApr TemperaturesTemp. up to 22 °C Water max. 15 °C | MayMay Good time to traveltime mostly Perfectmostly perfect climate in Andalusia | JuneJun Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Andalusia |
JulyJul Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Andalusia | AugustAug Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Andalusia | SeptemberSep Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Andalusia | OctoberOct TemperaturesTemp. up to 25 °C | NovemberNov TemperaturesTemp. up to 21 °C | DecemberDec TemperaturesTemp. up to 17 °C Water max. 16 °C |
When to travel to Andalusia?
The northern province of Cordoba is located inland, where high temperatures can be expected early in the year. The best time to travel in the region is therefore from mid-May to the end of September. A slightly different recommendation applies to the coastal province of Malaga, as in this region of Andalusia, beach holidays in particular are at the top of the popularity scale of holidaymakers:
In Malaga and the surrounding area, such high summer temperatures are only to be found from the beginning of June. However, the water temperature has not yet adapted to the air temperature. Therefore a trip to Malaga is not recommended until the beginning of July. We therefore recommend the summer months of July, August and September as the best time to visit Malaga.
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Andalusia) in the following overview.| Location | Best Time to Travel |
|---|---|
| Málaga | June, July, August, and September |
| Córdoba | May, June, July, August, and September |
| Marbella | June, July, August, September, and October |
Climate Charts Andalusia
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Málaga
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables Andalusia
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Andalusia, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Málaga (Andalusia)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 17° | 18° | 19° | 21° | 24° | 27° | 30° | 30° | 28° | 24° | 20° | 17° |
| Night Temperature | 8° | 8° | 9° | 11° | 14° | 17° | 20° | 21° | 18° | 15° | 11° | 8° |
| Water Temperature | 15° | 14° | 14° | 15° | 17° | 18° | 21° | 22° | 21° | 19° | 17° | 16° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 3.27 | 2.95 | 2.32 | 1.57 | 0.94 | 0.51 | 0.08 | 0.2 | 0.59 | 2.13 | 4.53 | 4.02 |
| Rainy days | 6 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 10 | 11 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Málaga is 18 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: August (25.3 °C)
Coldest month: January (12.2 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Málaga is 22 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible):
May, June, July, August, September, October, and November
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
July, August, and September
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 23.11 inch on 42 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month in Málaga.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 11.2 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 7.8 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Córdoba (Andalusia)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 15° | 17° | 20° | 22° | 27° | 31° | 36° | 36° | 32° | 25° | 19° | 15° |
| Night Temperature | 4° | 5° | 6° | 9° | 12° | 15° | 18° | 18° | 16° | 12° | 7° | 4° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 3.23 | 3.11 | 2.2 | 2.52 | 1.18 | 0.79 | 0.2 | 0.12 | 1.02 | 2.72 | 3.46 | 3.31 |
| Rainy days | 7 | 6 | 4 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 6 | 8 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 5 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Córdoba is 17.5 °C.Warmest month: July (26.9 °C)
Coldest month: January (9.5 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 23.86 inch on 56 rainy daysThere is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: January, and December
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 11.5 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 7.6 hours of sunshine per day on average.Highlights and Attractions
In Granada is the Alhambra, a popular destination for travellers from all over the world. The important city castle is an absolute”must see” in Andalusia. There is a lot to discover culturally in the capital Sevilla, not only the Plaza de Espana should be visited as an architectural masterpiece. The Cathedral of Seville (Santa Maria de la Sede) is also worthy of your attention.
Nature lovers will be thrilled by Doñana National Park on the Atlantic coast section “Costa de la Luz” near Sevilla, which offers extraordinary experiences with its dune landscape and species-rich swamps. The mountain range of the Sierra Nevada should not be missing on any Andalusia trip, also the Real Maestranza bullfight arena in Sevilla is legendary.
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Popular Activities
Córdoba: Skip-the-Ticket-Line Mosque-Cathedral Guided Tour
Tours
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Visit the great Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba, the city’s most important monument. Enjoy a tour of the interior and the courtyard with an official guide.
Museo Picasso Málaga: Ticket & Audioguide
Culture & history
from 10 $ »
Explore collections that provide a great overview of Picasso’s art at the Museo Picasso Málaga. Admire more than 200 works by the creator of Cubism as well as exciting temporary exhibitions.
From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Guided Tour with Bus
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Experience the extraordinary Caminito del Rey with transportation from Málaga and a local guide. Enjoy the scenery, the river, the flora and fauna, and learn interesting facts on this unique walk.
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Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral: Skip-the-Line Guided Tour | Córdoba: Skip-the-Line Great Mosque-Cathedral History Tour | Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba Guided Tour with Tickets | Cordoba Mosque, Synagogue & Jewish Quarter Tour with Tickets | From Costa del Sol & Málaga: Caminito del Rey Guided Tour | Córdoba: Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba Skip-the-Line Ticket | Malaga: Sunset Sailing Catamaran Trip with Glass of Cava |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Málaga
broken clouds, 10.8 °CClouds: 75 % Wind: 8 mph O
Air Pressure: 1019 hPa Humidity: 80 %
Air Pressure: 1019 hPa Humidity: 80 %
Last updated: 8th Feb 2023, 05:54 am
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| 9 °C to 12 °C | 11 °C to 14 °C | 11 °C to 13 °C | 10 °C to 15 °C | 10 °C to 16 °C | 11 °C to 16 °C |
| Clouds: 100 % | Clouds: 72 % | Clouds: 95 % | Clouds: 92 % | Clouds: 100 % | Clouds: 13 % |
| 1.19 in of rain | 0.06 in of rain | 0.01 in of rain | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation |
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Important Regions and Cities
We have extended climate information for the following region:Marbella |
Spain: Regions
Andalusia is part of the holiday destination Spain. We analyzed the climate for additional regions, in order to provide you with information about the best time to visit and the expected holiday weather:Hottest Month
July: 36 °C
Day Temperature in Córdoba
July: 36 °CDay Temperature in Córdoba
Coldest Month
January: 4 °C
Night Temperature in Córdoba
January: 4 °CNight Temperature in Córdoba
Rainiest Month
November: 4.53 in
Rain in Málaga
November: 4.53 inRain in Málaga
Driest Month
July: 0.08 in
Rain in Málaga
July: 0.08 inRain in Málaga
Maximum Water Temperature
August: 24 °C
Water Temperature in Marbella
August: 24 °CWater Temperature in Marbella
Sunniest Month
July: 11.7 hours/day
Sunshine in Marbella
July: 11.7 hours/daySunshine in Marbella
Activities and Attractions
From Málaga: Caminito del Rey Full-Day Tour
Tours
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Córdoba: Jewish Quarter, Synagogue, Mosque, and Alcázar Tour
Tours
from 46 $ »
Córdoba: Mosque, Jewish Quarter & Synagogue Tour with Ticket
Tours
from 36 $ »
Distances to Andalusia
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Málaga | 1040 mi | 3670 mi | 5960 mi |
| Córdoba | 970 mi | 3610 mi | 5890 mi |
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Andalusia: Experiences of our Visitors
We were at the beginning of April for 1 week at the Costa de la Luz, near Conil, and had mostly nice spring weather, around 18 degrees and only one day with rain. At that time you could already lie on the beach and take great walks on the beach. Especially in the late afternoon it became usually again correctly pleasantly warm and the sun goes down only late, so that one has much of the day.
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
I was at the coast (near Almeria) and in Granada in the middle of February.
In both places I had continuous sunshine and during the day pleasantly warm (Almeria/coast): max. 24 degrees, Granada max. 22 degrees. At night it cooled down on the coast to ~12/14 degrees, in Granada it became significantly cooler at 7/8 degrees at night. All in all, a very pleasant climate during the day – ideal for an extensive sightseeing programme, a sunny stay in the street cafés or as a spectator with the flamenco dancers and street musicians in the squares of Granada. Next year I plan to visit more parts and cities of Andalusia – again at the end of February/beginning of March. I found this time climatically perfect – especially when it is still damp and cold winter weather in Germany, the stay in warm Andalusia is a pleasure!
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
The weather in August means pure sunshine, warm evenings and next. Not a trace of rain.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
June was the best time for us to travel, we have already been to Andalusia 4 times (1x April, 2x June, 1x October) and we really liked it. The weather is simply fantastic in June, there is nothing to complain about.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent