Fuengirola weather by month

When to go to Fuengirola

For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: June, July, August, September. November is the wettest month (66 mm, about 7 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 Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP, 19 km from Fuengirola) takes roughly 2 h 48 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 Fuengirola between 1991 and 2020 reached 39.9°C on 2 August 2020; the coldest fell to 1.0°C on 10 January 2009. In August one day in ten tops 32.2°C and about 31% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 6.2°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was October 2018 with 290 mm, against a October average of 56 mm.

Winter into spring: mild afternoons, cool evenings

December, January and February suit travellers happy to plan around showers rather than expect beach weather. Daytime averages are 16°C in December and February, dipping to 15°C in January, while winter nights call for a jacket. Each month averages 6 or 7 rain days, so pack a waterproof and keep outdoor plans flexible. March brings 18°C afternoons, followed by 19°C in April and 22°C in May. That makes late spring a better fit for spending much of the day outside without summer heat. Rain becomes less frequent towards May, but the sea is still only 17°C then. Pack layers throughout this period: sunshine can make afternoons comfortable, but evenings and swimming are a different proposition.

Summer: the best chance of dry beach weather

June offers a useful balance: days average 26°C, nights 18°C and rain is uncommon, though the sea at 19°C can still feel fresh. July and August bring hotter afternoons averaging 29°C, so plan more active outings earlier and leave room for shade at midday. July has the most sunshine, averaging 13 hours daily, and is the driest month. August has the warmest sea at 23°C, making it the better choice if swimming matters more than avoiding heat. Nights average 21°C in both months, so light clothing is usually more useful than heavy layers. These are the months for travellers who want heat, not those seeking cool afternoons.

Autumn: September holds warmth, then rain becomes a bigger factor

September is a good compromise if you want warm days without the peak summer heat: afternoons average 26°C and the sea remains at 21°C. There are 3 rain days on average, so outdoor plans still have a favourable outlook. October stays mild at 22°C by day, but rain days rise to 6 and the sea cools to 19°C. It suits walking and time outdoors better than a holiday centred on swimming. November drops to 18°C by day and 12°C at night, with 7 rain days. Bring a jacket and waterproof, and allow more flexibility rather than relying on uninterrupted sunshine.