Your September weather guide
WarmWeather in Benalmadena in September
Yes - September is a good choice for Benalmadena if you want warm days without relying on intense heat. Average highs are around 24°C, nights fall to around 17°C, and the sea averages 21.5°C. That suits a holiday split between sitting outside, walking and swimming, provided you do not need bath-warm water. The catch is that rain remains possible, and evenings call for more than beachwear.
Long-term climate averages for Benalmádena, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Benalmadena, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Benalmádena.
- Average daytime high
- 24.4°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 27°C
- Average night-time low
- 17.3°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 15°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +5.8°C
- London averages 18.6°C in September
- Sea temperature
- 21.5°C
- year to year: 20°C to 23°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 8.1h
- 66% of 12.2 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 4
- 25 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days over 25°C
- 38%
- 1% over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 33.6°C
- 2017-09-12
- Record low 1991-2020
- 11.4°C
- 1994-09-25
- Flight from London
- ≈ 2 h 48 min
- 1655 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How September compares
September is the 4th warmest month of the year in Benalmadena. Within Spain it is 77th of 87 (Spain in September). Against London's average high of 18.6°C in September, Benalmadena is 5.8°C warmer by day and 6.1°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in September
The typical September day in Benalmadena peaks at 24.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 27.2°C or more. Roughly 1 in 3 days top 25°C and 1 in 71 pass 30°C. Nights average 17.3°C; one night in ten drops to 15.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest September day here reached 33.6°C (2017-09-12) and the coldest night 11.4°C (1994-09-25).
Rain in September
Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 4 days with 1 mm or more, 25 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest September was 2018 with 103 mm, the driest 2004 with 1 mm. Humidity averages 71%.
Sea temperature in September
The sea averages 21.5°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 20.3°C to 22.7°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (23.1°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 8.1 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 08:01 and sets about 20:26 local time in mid-September. Average cloud cover is 34%.
Is September a good time to visit Benalmadena?
Yes - it is one of the better months: warm days, manageable rain and long sunny days. The best months for Benalmadena on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug.
Warm days, with a layer for evenings
September suits travellers who prefer comfortable warmth to very hot afternoons. Light clothing is a sensible daytime choice, but keep sunscreen handy and leave room for shade around midday. The warmer days can reach around 27°C or more, so a long walk may feel better away from the middle of the day. After sunset, a light jumper or jacket is useful for sitting outside; the cooler nights can fall to 15°C or below. There is about 8.1 hours of sunshine within 12.2 hours of daylight, giving you plenty of scope for outdoor plans without suggesting that every day will be clear.
Swimming is possible, but keep plans flexible
The sea is the main qualification if swimming is central to your holiday. At an average of 21.5°C, it falls in the bracing rather than comfortably warm category: appealing if you enjoy cooler water, less convincing if you like to linger without feeling chilled. The year-to-year range of 20°C to 23°C means the experience can vary, so do not assume a warm swim. Rain is another reason to avoid making every plan weather-dependent. About 4 rainy days leaves a reasonable prospect of dry weather, but not a guarantee of an entirely dry stay. Pack a light waterproof and keep outdoor plans movable rather than treating September as reliably rain-free.
A little perspective
Benalmadena through the year
September is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13.6°C | 7.4°C | 15.1°C | 5.0 | 57 | 8 | 0% |
| February | 14.1°C | 7.6°C | 14.8°C | 5.8 | 48 | 7 | 0% |
| March | 15.9°C | 9.0°C | 15.1°C | 6.1 | 52 | 7 | 0% |
| April | 17.6°C | 10.6°C | 15.8°C | 7.3 | 43 | 7 | 0% |
| May | 20.6°C | 13.2°C | 17.2°C | 8.6 | 25 | 4 | 6% |
| Junebest | 24.5°C | 16.6°C | 19.3°C | 11.3 | 9 | 1 | 43% |
| Julybest | 27.4°C | 19.2°C | 21.7°C | 12.6 | 1 | 0 | 86% |
| Augustbest | 27.5°C | 19.8°C | 23.1°C | 10.9 | 5 | 1 | 91% |
| SeptemberSelected | 24.4°C | 17.3°C | 21.5°C | 8.1 | 25 | 4 | 38% |
| October | 20.7°C | 14.3°C | 19.3°C | 5.8 | 58 | 7 | 5% |
| November | 16.7°C | 10.7°C | 17.2°C | 5.1 | 72 | 7 | 0% |
| December | 14.3°C | 8.6°C | 15.9°C | 4.4 | 69 | 8 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
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A little more detail
Benalmadena in September FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Benalmadena hot in September?
Benalmadena is warm in September: the average daytime high is 24.4°C and nights average 17.3°C. Roughly 1 in 3 September days reach 25°C.
Can you swim in the sea in Benalmadena in September?
The sea around Benalmadena averages 21.5°C in September, which is bracing - fine for a quick dip, cool for long swims. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 20°C to 23°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Benalmadena in September?
Benalmadena sees about 4 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 25 mm of rain in a typical September. The wettest September between 1991 and 2020 was 2018 (103 mm) and the driest was 2004 (1 mm).
How sunny is Benalmadena in September?
Benalmadena gets around 8.1 hours of sunshine a day in September out of 12.2 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Benalmadena compare with the UK in September?
Benalmadena is on average 5.8°C warmer than London by day in September (24.4°C against 18.6°C).
What is the hottest September on record in Benalmadena?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest September day in Benalmadena reached 33.6°C on 2017-09-12, and the coldest night dropped to 11.4°C on 1994-09-25.
How much warmer is it than London, and how long is the flight?
Benalmadena's average daytime high is 24.4°C, compared with London's 18.6°C in September - a difference of 5.8°C. The flight from London takes about 2 h 48 min, making it a short-haul option for noticeably warmer daytime weather.
Can I expect proper hot weather in September?
Expect warmth rather than persistent heat. Around 38% of days reach 25°C, while just 1% reach 30°C. September suits you better if you want warm outdoor weather than if very hot afternoons are essential to your holiday.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Benalmádena. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 2.4 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C