Benalmádena Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Benalmádena, Andalucía, Spain, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 29°C (84°F) in August to 16°C (61°F) in January.

The city tends toward dry conditions, with around 475 mm (19 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry season from May to September. July is the sunniest month, averaging 11.6 hours of sunshine per day.

Monthly Temperature in Benalmádena

In Benalmádena, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in August to a moderate 16°C (61°F) in the coolest month, January.

Nights vary from 21°C (70°F) in August to around 10°C (50°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Benalmádena

Benalmádena tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 475 mm (19 in) of rain per year. The climate in Benalmádena shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in November, the wettest month, with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) of precipitation over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 1.7 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall over 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Benalmádena Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine Hours in Benalmádena

For those who appreciate different seasons, Benalmádena serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 11.6 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 5.5 hours of daily sunlight.

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