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Benidorm Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Benidorm has a Mediterranean climate which means a hot summer and mild winter. August is the hottest month in Benidorm with an average average maximum temperature of 29°C. The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 16°C during the daytime, with similar water temperatures. Spring weather which starts in April is enjoyable, with increasing levels of sunshine and very little rainfall. Really bad weather hardly occurs in Benidorm.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Benidorm is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in August to a moderate 16°C in the coolest month, February.

Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 11°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Benidorm has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 415 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in Benidorm shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in September, with an average of 56 mm of precipitation over 6 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 4.9 mm of rainfall over 4 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Benidorm Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Benidorm serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 10.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 5.5 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 14°C in February to 194°C in November.

Water temperature over the year

Forecast for Benidorm

Sat   Dec 21
17°C | 6°C
S 2 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Sun   Dec 22
18°C | 7°C
SW 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
16°C | 6°C
NW 3 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Benidorm in Spain

During the months of May, June and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Benidorm?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does Benidorm have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Benidorm?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Benidorm?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 16°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Benidorm?
    September tops the wettest month list with 56 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Benidorm?
    July is the driest month with 5 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Benidorm?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 327 hours of sunshine.

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