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Costa del Sol Weather in October

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

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Marbella Estepona Benalmádena Torrox

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

What to Expect in Costa del Sol in October

Costa del Sol, Spain is a region in Spain. October in Costa del Sol generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) in Marbella.

For a closer look at conditions across Costa del Sol, Spain, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Torrox with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Estepona with 82 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

October brings good sunshine to many areas. Marbella sees around 213 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright 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 October

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Costa del Sol, Spain?

Temperature range in Costa del Sol (October)

Precipitation variation in Costa del Sol (October)

Marbella

In October Marbella generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
213 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Marbella →

Estepona

In October Estepona generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
198 hours
135 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Estepona →

Benalmádena

In October Benalmádena generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
213 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Benalmádena →

Torrox

In October Torrox generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
213 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Torrox →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Costa del Sol, in Spain.

In our records: Spain October extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest October day in Spain brought 300 mm (12 in) in Alicante on October 17, 1998.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Marbella 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Estepona 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Benalmádena 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Torrox 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

Costa del Sol weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Costa del Sol, Spain in October. The popular destination of Marbella averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Marbella peak at roughly 22°C (72°F) in October, dropping to about 16°C (61°F) overnight.

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

October is on the drier side in Costa del Sol, Spain. Marbella averages only about 71 mm (2.8 in), with most days staying dry.

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

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Costa del Sol, Spain with overall perfect weather in Marbella. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Marbella. On the other hand, the weather in December tends to be unpleasant.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Costa del Sol.

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