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Gibraltar Climate by Month

The weather in Gibraltar sees moderate temperature fluctuations over the course of a year. Temperatures can be warm at the high end to roughly mild at the low end. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

The weather in Gibraltar changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in August to a moderate 16°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 12°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Gibraltar receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 698 mm. The seasons in Gibraltar, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives high rainfall, with an average of 115 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 11 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 1.9 mm over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Gibraltar, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.9 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. November sees a soft sun for only 4.5 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine


Daily hours of sunshine


Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Gibraltar ranges from 15°C in January to 21°C in August.

Water temperature over the year


The best time of year to visit Gibraltar in Gibraltar

During the months of May, June, September 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 Gibraltar?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does Gibraltar have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Gibraltar?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Gibraltar?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 16°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Gibraltar?
    December tops the wettest month list with 115 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Gibraltar?
    July is the driest month with 2 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Gibraltar?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 326 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Gibraltar

    Thu   Dec 12
    14°C | 11°C
    E 22 km/h
    16 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    16°C | 11°C
    S 14 km/h
    0.9 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    17°C | 11°C
    E 22 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain