Marbella

Costa del Sol Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Costa del Sol, Spain in August.

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Marbella Estepona Benalmádena Torrox

Planning a trip to Costa del Sol, Spain this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Costa del Sol in August

Costa del Sol, Spain is a region in Spain. August in Costa del Sol generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Marbella. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Costa del Sol, Spain. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To explore the conditions in Costa del Sol, Spain in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

August is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 5.1 mm (0.2 in) in Marbella.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Marbella gets approximately 317 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Costa del Sol by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Costa del Sol - and find the best time to visit. (based on Marbella)

January16°C (61°F) February16°C (61°F) March17°C (63°F) April19°C (66°F) May22°C (72°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September25°C (77°F) October22°C (72°F) November18°C (64°F) December16°C (61°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Costa del Sol in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Costa del Sol.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Costa del Sol

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Costa del Sol, Spain?

Temperature range in Costa del Sol (August)

Precipitation variation in Costa del Sol (August)

Marbella

In August Marbella generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
348 hours
317 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
5.1 mm (0.2 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Marbella →

Estepona

In August Estepona generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
326 hours
310 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.4 mm (0.1 in)
5.1 mm (0.2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Estepona →

Benalmádena

In August Benalmádena generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
348 hours
317 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
1.7 mm (0.1 in)
5.2 mm (0.2 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Benalmádena →

Torrox

In August Torrox generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
348 hours
317 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.1 mm (0.1 in)
4.7 mm (0.2 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
5 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Torrox →

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In our records: Spain August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Spain in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Spain reached 47°C (117°F) in Seville on August 1, 2003.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Costa del Sol in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Marbella 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 5.1 mm (0.2 in)
Estepona 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 5.1 mm (0.2 in)
Benalmádena 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 5.2 mm (0.2 in)
Torrox 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 4.7 mm (0.2 in)

Costa del Sol weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Costa del Sol, Spain in August?

Costa del Sol, Spain typically experiences excellent weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Marbella average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 21°C (70°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Costa del Sol, Spain in August?

In Marbella, the average daytime high in August is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 21°C (70°F).

Does Costa del Sol, Spain get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Costa del Sol, Spain during August, with Marbella averaging close to 5.1 mm (0.2 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Costa del Sol, Spain?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Costa del Sol, Spain with overall excellent weather in Marbella. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly excellent weather in Marbella. On the other hand, the weather in December tends to be mixed.

Interested in more climate information?

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