Andalucia weather by month

When to go to Andalucia

For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: June, July, August, September. December is the wettest month (79 mm, about 8 rainy days) and July the driest (1 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 23.0°C and coolest in February at 14.8°C.

Getting there

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Seville Airport (SVQ, 8 km from Sevilla) takes roughly 2 h 42 min - short-haul (up to 4.5 h) by UK standards. Time-zone: Europe/Madrid.

Records and extremes, 1991-2020

The hottest day recorded in Andalucia between 1991 and 2020 reached 44.0°C on 1 August 2003; the coldest fell to -2.1°C on 24 January 1992. In August one day in ten tops 33.0°C and about 40% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 5.4°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was December 1996 with 468 mm, against a December average of 79 mm.

Spring: comfortable days, but a chilly sea

March brings daytime averages of 18°C, rising to 19°C in April and 22°C in May. That makes spring a sensible choice if you prefer walking around to sitting in strong heat. The catch is the gap between afternoon comfort and evening chill: keep a jumper or light jacket handy, especially early in the season. March and April each average 7 rain days, so leave room to rearrange outdoor plans. May is the stronger choice for a warmer, drier break, with 9 hours of sunshine a day. Even then, the sea averages 17°C, which will feel cool for a leisurely swim.

Summer: reliable outdoor weather, with heat to plan around

June offers a useful balance: days average 26°C, nights 18°C and rain is infrequent. It suits travellers who want long days outdoors but would rather avoid the hottest part of summer. July and August both average 30°C by day and 21°C at night, so plan active outings for the morning and leave midday for shade and rest. July has the most sunshine, at 13 hours daily, and is the driest month. For swimming, August has the advantage: the sea averages 23°C, compared with 19°C in June. Pack light clothing and sun protection, but remember that dry monthly averages are not a promise of uninterrupted sunshine.

Autumn and winter: lingering warmth, then layers

September is a good compromise for swimming and time outdoors: days average 26°C and the sea stays at 22°C, though rain becomes more likely than in summer. October drops to 22°C by day, still comfortable for being outside, but a waterproof is useful. November averages 18°C, shifting the emphasis towards daytime outings rather than beach time. December and February both average 16°C, with January slightly cooler at 15°C. These months suit travellers happy to dress in layers and adapt plans around showers. December and January each average 8 rain days, while January nights fall to 8°C. Winter sunshine can make afternoons appealing, but do not pack as though it is summer: bring a warm evening layer, a rain jacket and shoes you can comfortably wear in wet weather.