Weather in Malaga in June

How June compares

June is the 3rd warmest month of the year in Malaga and ranks 81st of 134 destinations we compare for June - see where else is hot in June. Within Spain it is 39th of 87 (Spain in June). Against London's average high of 19.6°C in June, Malaga is 6.3°C warmer by day and 7.7°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in June

The typical June day in Malaga peaks at 25.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 29.6°C or more. About 62% of days top 25°C and 1 in 12 pass 30°C. Nights average 19.0°C; one night in ten drops to 16.5°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest June day here reached 35.1°C (2017-06-26) and the coldest night 13.9°C (1992-06-15).

Rain in June

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 1 days with 1 mm or more, 9 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest June was 1992 with 55 mm, the driest 1994 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 63%.

Sea temperature in June

The sea averages 19.5°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 18.4°C to 20.9°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (23.4°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 11.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 14.5 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:58 and sets about 21:38 local time in mid-June. Average cloud cover is 22%.

Is June a good time to visit Malaga?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, little rain and long sunny days. The best months for Malaga on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Warm days, with some relief in the evenings

For a UK traveller, June should feel properly summery rather than merely mild. Days reach 25°C on 62% of occasions, making lightweight, breathable clothes a sensible starting point. Plan more active time outdoors for the morning or later in the day, and leave room for shade around midday. The average night-time low is 19°C, so evenings generally call for less layering than a June trip at home. Still, a light jumper is useful if you feel the cold or stay out late, since that average is not a guarantee. June suits travellers who want dependable warmth but do not need the hottest conditions Malaga can offer.

Mostly dry plans, but a bracing sea

Rain is unlikely to shape most of your holiday: June has about 1 rainy day, so there is little reason to build your plans around wet weather. That does not guarantee a completely dry stay, but sun protection deserves more attention in your packing than heavy waterproofs. Around 11.3 hours of sunshine within 14.5 hours of daylight gives you plenty of flexibility to spend time outside without doing everything at midday. Swimming is the bigger compromise. The sea averages 19.5°C, with a year-to-year range of 18°C to 21°C, so getting in can feel sharp even when the air is warm. June is better suited to travellers happy with a refreshing dip than those who want to linger in warm water.