Best Time to Visit Malaga
Malaga is best visited All year, when conditions are at their most settled.
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Average daily high and low temperatures (°C/°F). Bars show the daily range each month.
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| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun/day | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Best | 16.6°C | 9.4°C | 63.4mm | 8.3h | 5 | 10/10 |
| February Best | 18.2°C | 10.9°C | 22.2mm | 9.5h | 4 | 10/10 |
| March Best | 19.6°C | 11.9°C | 85.2mm | 9.6h | 10 | 10/10 |
| April Best | 21.0°C | 13.7°C | 48.6mm | 10.7h | 8 | 10/10 |
| May Best | 24.7°C | 16.8°C | 32.4mm | 12.1h | 4 | 10/10 |
| June Best | 28.8°C | 20.5°C | 11.2mm | 13.2h | 3 | 10/10 |
| July Best | 31.5°C | 23.3°C | 1.1mm | 13.1h | 0 | 10/10 |
| August Best | 32.0°C | 23.7°C | 1.5mm | 12.6h | 0 | 10/10 |
| September Best | 28.2°C | 20.6°C | 29.5mm | 11.2h | 4 | 10/10 |
| October Best | 24.7°C | 17.2°C | 19.7mm | 9.5h | 3 | 10/10 |
| November Best | 21.1°C | 13.5°C | 29.3mm | 9.1h | 4 | 10/10 |
| December Best | 18.3°C | 10.8°C | 46.0mm | 7.9h | 6 | 10/10 |
Malaga Climate
Malaga has a semi arid climate — warm and dry with low but seasonal rainfall. Check the annual climate overview for Malaga for the full year picture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best month to visit Malaga?
The best month to visit Malaga is January, when temperatures average 16.6°C and conditions score 10/10 for comfort.
What is the weather like in Malaga in January?
Malaga in January is cool — daytime temperatures average 16.6°C, dropping to 9.4°C at night. The month is moderately rainy (5 rainy days), with roughly 8.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is one of the best months of the year to visit.
When is rainy season in Malaga?
Malaga does not have a distinct rainy season — rainfall is spread relatively evenly through the year.
Is Malaga good to visit in winter?
Yes — winter (December, January, February) averages 16.6°C highs with a 10/10 comfort rating, making it a solid time to visit.
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