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Best time to visit Malaga: month by month
Short answer
The best times are March to June and September to November, with highs of about 20–29°C and few rainy days. Summer is hot (32°C) and crowded, while winter is mild and sunny at about 17–19°C, one of the warmest in Europe.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17°C | 9°C | 5 | low |
| Feb | 18°C | 11°C | 5 | low |
| Mar | 20°C | 12°C | 10 | medium |
| Apr | 22°C | 14°C | 7 | high |
| May | 25°C | 17°C | 5 | high |
| Jun | 29°C | 20°C | 4 | high |
| Jul | 32°C | 23°C | 1 | very high |
| Aug | 32°C | 24°C | 1 | very high |
| Sep | 28°C | 21°C | 4 | high |
| Oct | 25°C | 18°C | 4 | medium |
| Nov | 21°C | 13°C | 2 | medium |
| Dec | 19°C | 11°C | 7 | medium |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs rise from 20°C in March to 25°C in May. March can be rainy (about 10 days); Semana Santa brings huge processions.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Hot and dry: highs of 29–32°C and lows of 20–24°C, with almost no rain. Beaches are full; the Feria fills the city in August.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
September (28°C) and October (25°C) are ideal for the beach and sightseeing; November cools to 21°C.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Mild and sunny: highs of 17–19°C and lows of 9–11°C, with about 5–7 rainy days. Christmas lights on Calle Larios.
Events worth planning around
- Málaga Film Festival (spring, usually March)
- Semana Santa processions (Holy Week, March or April)
- Noche de San Juan, bonfires on the beaches (23 June)
- Feria de Málaga (mid-August)
- Christmas lights on Calle Larios (late November to early January)
When to avoid
July and August are hot and the busiest and most expensive months. Semana Santa and Feria week are spectacular but crowded and pricey.
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Common questions
What is the best time to visit Málaga?
March to June and September to November, with highs of 20–29°C.
Is Málaga warm in winter?
Yes, with highs of about 17–19°C and plenty of sun.
When is the Feria de Málaga?
In mid-August, for about a week.