About Alicante
A vibrant Mediterranean port city with stunning beaches, a historic old town, and the iconic Santa Bárbara Castle perched on Mount Benacantil.
Cities(9)
Alicante
Alicante: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Altea
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Benidorm
A famous beach resort town known for its dramatic skyline of high-rise hotels, beautiful sandy beaches, and vibrant nightlife along the Costa Blanca.
Calpe
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Dénia
Dénia: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
Elche
Elche is famous for its UNESCO-listed palm grove, the largest in Europe. The city hosts the Mystery of Elche, a medieval religious drama, and boasts rich archaeological heritage.
Jávea
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Orihuela
Orihuela is a historic city with Gothic churches, Renaissance palaces, and a stunning old quarter. Birthplace of poet Miguel Hernández, it offers cultural richness and nearby coastal resorts.
Torrevieja
Torrevieja: live weather, climate normals, sea temperature, daylight hours and the best time to visit — plus things to do and practical travel tips.
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Daylight, UV and air quality in Alicante
Live conditions, updated continuously — sun times calculated for this exact location.
Daylight
10h 29m
Day length
- Sunrise
- 06:32
- Sunset
- 17:01
- Golden hour
- 16:23
- Blue hour
- 17:28
2 min less daylight than yesterday
UV indexLive
Air qualityLive
Sources: Open-Meteo and our own solar calculations
Climate in Alicante 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° | 18° | 20° | 23° | 27° | 29° | 30° | 27° | 23° | 19° | 16° |
| Night | 8° | 8° | 10° | 12° | 15° | 19° | 22° | 23° | 20° | 16° | 12° | 9° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 34 | 29 | 39 | 45 | 35 | 17 | 5 | 14 | 47 | 45 | 42 | 32 |
| Rain days (days) | 6 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 5 |
| Sunshine (h/day) | 8.5 | 9.3 | 10.5 | 11.5 | 12.9 | 13.6 | 13.8 | 12.7 | 11.1 | 9.6 | 8.5 | 8 |
| Colour shows how well the month suits a trip |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
Chance of rain in Alicante 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 · 5%
Wettest month
April · 23%
Chance of rain
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain probability | 18% | 19% | 20% | 23% | 18% | 10% | 5% | 11% | 23% | 22% | 22% | 17% |
Rain days per month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain days (days) | 6 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 5 |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Alicante is from March to May and September to November. Spring and autumn offer ideal temperatures for exploring the historic Santa Bárbara Castle, strolling along the Explanada de España, and enjoying the beautiful beaches. Summer is hot but perfect for beach holidays, while winter remains mild and sunny.
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Climate Overview
Climate Type: Mediterranean
Alicante has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild winters. The city enjoys over 3,000 hours of sunshine annually, making it one of the sunniest cities in Europe. Summer temperatures reach 30-32°C with warm sea temperatures perfect for swimming. Winter is mild with temperatures around 12-17°C.
Monthly Weather Overview
| Month | High °CMax | Low °CMin | Rain mmmm |
|---|---|---|---|
January | 17° | 7° | 25 |
February | 18° | 8° | 20 |
March | 20° | 10° | 25 |
April | 22° | 12° | 30 |
May | 25° | 15° | 25 |
June | 29° | 19° | 15 |
July | 32° | 22° | 5 |
August | 32° | 23° | 10 |
September | 29° | 20° | 45 |
October | 25° | 15° | 55 |
November | 20° | 11° | 40 |
December | 17° | 8° | 30 |
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Where to stay in Alicante
An interactive map of hotels and apartments in Alicante, from our partner Stay22.
Weather in Alicante
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Things to do in Alicante
Tours and activities in Alicante, from our partner GetYourGuide.
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