Weather in Malaga in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Malaga and ranks 70th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Spain it is 38th of 87 (Spain in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Malaga is 7.7°C warmer by day and 7.8°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Malaga peaks at 15.6°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 18.9°C or more. Roughly 1 in 1000 days top 25°C. Nights average 9.8°C; one night in ten drops to 7.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 25.4°C (2020-02-17) and the coldest night 3.4°C (1991-02-03).

Rain in February

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 7 days with 1 mm or more, 48 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2010 with 184 mm, the driest 2000 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 75%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 14.7°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.1°C to 15.4°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (23.4°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.6 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 08:07 and sets about 18:57 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 46%.

Is February a good time to visit Malaga?

February is not the strongest month here: mild days. The best months for Malaga on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Mild days, with a jacket still needed

February is near the cooler end of Malaga's year, so think layers rather than a summer wardrobe. A light top with a jumper and jacket gives you options as conditions change, and you will want the warmer layers after dark. The warmest days reach 18.9°C or more, which can make sitting outside appealing, but that is not the everyday expectation. At the colder end, nights can fall to 7°C or below. This suits travellers who prefer walking without strong heat; the catch is that a pleasant afternoon does not guarantee a comfortable evening outdoors in the same clothes.

Enough sunshine to enjoy, with rain to plan around

With about 5.8 hours of sunshine a day out of 10.6 hours of daylight, February offers a reasonable opportunity to spend time outside, without a promise of clear skies throughout your stay. There are about 7 rainy days during the month, so it makes sense to keep outdoor plans flexible rather than tie everything to a particular day. Pack a waterproof jacket and shoes you are happy to wear in wet weather. Use brighter spells for longer walks or sitting outside, and leave room to move plans indoors when rain arrives. A short visit could feel quite different depending on the weather you get.

Treat the coast as somewhere to walk, not swim

The sea averages 14.7°C, firmly in cold-water territory and well below the 22°C benchmark for comfortable swimming. Even a mild, sunny afternoon will not make the water warm, so do not choose February expecting casual dips to be the centre of your holiday. Time beside the sea is better approached as a walk or a chance to sit out when conditions suit, with a layer handy. If warm water matters more than avoiding daytime heat, February is a poor fit. If you are content to enjoy the coast from dry land, the cold sea need not rule out the trip.