Climate normals · 1970–2000
Málaga Climate
Málaga is a city in Spain (51) with a population of about 592,346. Its average annual temperature is 17.9°C (64°F), with roughly 539 mm of rain per year.
17.9°C
Avg Temp
539
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Málaga Climate
Málaga has an average annual temperature of 17.9°C (64°F) and receives about 539 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
17.9°C
Avg Temp
539
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12° / 53° | 91 mm |
| February | 13° / 55° | 55 mm |
| March | 14° / 57° | 49 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 43 mm |
| May | 19° / 65° | 26 mm |
| June | 22° / 72° | 13 mm |
| July | 25° / 77° | 1 mm |
| August | 26° / 78° | 5 mm |
| September | 23° / 74° | 16 mm |
| October | 19° / 66° | 56 mm |
| November | 15° / 59° | 89 mm |
| December | 13° / 55° | 95 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Málaga
The most comfortable months to visit Málaga are typically June, September and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near 7°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Málaga are typically June, September and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Málaga, Spain has an average annual temperature of 17.9°C and about 539 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January.
In August, the hottest month, daily highs in Málaga average about 31°C (88°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.