Weather in Malaga in November

How November compares

November is the 8th warmest month of the year in Malaga and ranks 86th of 134 destinations we compare for November - see where else is hot in November. Within Spain it is 47th of 87 (Spain in November). Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Malaga is 7.7°C warmer by day and 7.9°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in November

The typical November day in Malaga peaks at 18.1°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 21.5°C or more. Roughly 1 in 125 days top 25°C. Nights average 12.8°C; one night in ten drops to 9.9°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day here reached 28.8°C (2019-11-01) and the coldest night 6.0°C (2013-11-17).

Rain in November

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 7 days with 1 mm or more, 73 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 2012 with 200 mm, the driest 1992 with 10 mm. Humidity averages 75%.

Sea temperature in November

The sea averages 17.1°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 16.1°C to 18.1°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (23.4°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:56 and sets about 18:09 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 48%.

Is November a good time to visit Malaga?

November 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 afternoons, cooler evenings

The daytime weather suits travellers who prefer exploring without strong heat. An average high of 18.1°C is comfortable for walking, though it is not a promise of warmth throughout the day. The warmest 10% of days reach 21.5°C or more, so lighter clothing may be useful when conditions allow. Evenings need a different approach: the average night low is 12.8°C, and the coldest 10% of nights fall to 9.9°C or below. Pack layers and a jacket rather than relying on a jumper alone. If sitting outside after dark matters to you, be prepared to wrap up.

Leave room for rain in your plans

November brings about 7 rainy days, so a trip built entirely around outdoor plans carries a catch. Bring a waterproof jacket and shoes you are happy to wear in wet weather, and keep your schedule flexible enough to switch plans when rain arrives. There are about 5.2 hours of sunshine a day within 10.0 hours of daylight: useful time outdoors, but not uninterrupted blue skies. Make the most of brighter spells rather than saving all your outdoor time for late in the day. This month suits travellers who can accept mixed weather more than those seeking dependable sunshine.

The sea is the main drawback

The sea averages 17.1°C in November, which puts it firmly in the cold category rather than comfortable swimming weather. Its year-to-year range of 16°C to 18°C does not offer much reassurance if warm water is central to your holiday. A mild afternoon on land can still be pleasant for time by the coast, but it does not make the water warm. Treat swimming as optional, not the basis of the trip. November makes more sense for travellers wanting a mild city stay with some outdoor time than for anyone hoping to spend much of their holiday in the sea.