About Malaga
Sunny Costa del Sol province with beaches, Picasso's birthplace, and charming villages.
Cities(6)
Fuengirola
Family-friendly Costa del Sol resort with long beaches and Sohail Castle
Málaga City
Art museums, beautiful beaches and historic old town - the vibrant capital of Costa del Sol.
Marbella
Where glamour meets tradition on the Mediterranean coast, known for Puerto Banús marina, luxury beach clubs, and charming Old Town.
Nerja
A charming white village perched on cliffs above crystal-clear Mediterranean waters, famous for its stunning caves and the iconic Balcón de Europa viewpoint.
Ronda
Dramatic clifftop city with iconic Puente Nuevo and historic bullring
Torremolinos
Popular beach resort near Málaga with vibrant nightlife and waterparks
Quick Facts
Population
580,000
Area (km²)
398 km²
Sunny Days/Year
320 days
Beaches
7
Best Season
Mar-Jun, Sep-Nov
Avg. Temperature
18°C
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Daylight, UV and air quality in Malaga
Live conditions, updated continuously — sun times calculated for this exact location.
- Sunrise
- 06:04
- Sunset
- 18:20
- Golden hour
- 17:46
- Blue hour
- 18:46
Sources: Open-Meteo and our own solar calculations
Climate in Malaga month by month
Long-term averages 1991–2020 — what the weather is normally like, not a forecast.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day | 15° | 16° | 17° | 19° | 22° | 26° | 29° | 29° | 26° | 22° | 18° | 16° |
| Night | 9° | 10° | 11° | 13° | 16° | 19° | 22° | 22° | 20° | 16° | 13° | 11° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 58 | 48 | 54 | 40 | 26 | 9 | 1 | 5 | 25 | 57 | 73 | 69 |
| Rain days (days) | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Sunshine (h/day) | 8.1 | 9.4 | 10.3 | 11.7 | 12.8 | 13.7 | 13.5 | 12.8 | 11.4 | 9.6 | 8.6 | 7.8 |
| Colour shows how well the month suits a trip |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
Chance of rain in Malaga month by month
How often it normally rains — share of days with at least 1 mm, averaged over 1991–2020.
Driest period
June – August
Driest month
July · 1%
Wettest month
January · 25%
Chance of rain
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain probability | 25% | 23% | 22% | 23% | 14% | 4% | 1% | 3% | 11% | 21% | 25% | 24% |
Rain days per month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain days (days) | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
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Where to stay in Malaga
An interactive map of hotels and apartments in Malaga, from our partner Stay22.
Top Attractions
Alcazaba
Magnificent 11th-century Moorish fortress palace with stunning gardens and city views
Book ticketsPicasso Museum
Over 200 works by Málaga native Pablo Picasso in a beautiful 16th-century palace
Book ticketsMalagueta Beach
Popular urban beach with dark sand, chiringuitos, and views of the port
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Things to do in Malaga
Tours and activities in Malaga, from our partner GetYourGuide.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Málaga is from April to June and September to October. These months offer pleasant beach weather without the intense summer heat. The Costa del Sol lives up to its name with over 300 days of sunshine. Summer is busy but enjoyable for beach holidays, while winter is mild and perfect for cultural exploration.
Climate Overview
Málaga has a subtropical Mediterranean climate, one of the warmest in mainland Europe. Winters are exceptionally mild (12-17°C) and summers are hot but moderated by sea breezes (25-32°C). The city enjoys over 300 days of sunshine and only around 50 rainy days annually, making it ideal for year-round visits.
Monthly Weather Overview
| Month | High °CMax | Low °CMin | Rain mmmm |
|---|---|---|---|
January | 17° | 8° | 55 |
February | 17° | 9° | 50 |
March | 19° | 10° | 45 |
April | 21° | 12° | 40 |
May | 24° | 15° | 20 |
June | 28° | 19° | 10 |
July | 31° | 22° | 2 |
August | 31° | 22° | 5 |
September | 28° | 19° | 20 |
October | 24° | 15° | 50 |
November | 20° | 11° | 65 |
December | 17° | 9° | 70 |
Weather in Malaga
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