Gibraltar Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
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 maximum day and minimum 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 average lows reaching 12°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
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. For more details, please visit our Gibraltar Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
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. 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 15°C in January to 21°C in August.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Gibraltar.
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 76%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 67%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of 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:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
Yes, the months of June, July and August are very dry.
August has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 16°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 115 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 2 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 326 hours of sunshine.
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