COSTA DEL SOL - WEATHER

Located in the most southern region of Spain; Costa del Sol experiences a typical Mediterranean climate, with warm summers and mild, rainy winters and over 320 days of sunshine per year and average annual temperatures of 72ºF.

The Costa del Sol's characteristic Mediterranean climate enjoys long hot and not to mention dry daytime temperatures. The summer months experience virtually no rainfall and wintertime is mild with intermittent precipitation. Most of the regions rainfall is obtained during the winter months of November and December and will last for up to four days at the most – the sun is normally still shining throughout short brisk showers.

Sea temperatures will rarely fall below 68ºF, all year round, therefore the beaches throughout the majority of the Costa del Sol are accessible at any time of the year.

Summer

The Costa del Sol reaches average temperatures of 84ºF or commonly higher throughout the summer months. Swimmers and divers will also find this time of the year enjoyable as sea temperatures throughout this period never drop below 73ºF. In spite of the convivial afternoon coastal breeze that generally appeases the aching temperatures, some visitors still find the summer months a little too hot.

Spring/Fall

For travelers wanting to avoid the hot temperatures and beat the crowds; late spring is a perfect time to visit – throughout the months of late April and May, sometimes even June, average climate ranges anywhere between 73ºF to 80ºF and rainfall is still very minimal. Early autumn is also a great time to go as September and early October will see the temperatures falling from averages of 82ºF to 73ºF. During the months outside of summer and winter; temperatures can still be assured warm enough to enjoy a beach holiday, yet any winter rain can be avoided.

Winter

Surrounded by the Sierra Bermeja mountain range, blocking any cold gusts, the wintertime in Costa del Sol is very mild. Winter climates generally linger around 54ºF but even in January; the coolest month will commonly see highs of 63ºF. With assured sunshine right throughout the coldest months, even a winter's day tends to be warm enough for a game of golf or just seeing the magnificent sights of the area.