Destination guide
Moraira weather by month
June and July are the best starting points for a Moraira holiday built around warm, mostly dry weather, with daytime averages of 26°C and 29°C. August is hottest at 30°C, but its warmer nights can make sleeping less comfortable. Choose spring for walking weather rather than warm water, or early autumn if swimming matters more than keeping rain risk low. Winter suits time outdoors in layers, not a conventional beach holiday.
The climate here is within a degree of Calpe, so if you are choosing between the two, the weather will not decide it for you.
- Hottest month
- 29.6°CAugust
- Coolest month
- 14.8°CJanuary
- Warmest sea
- 26.3°CAugust
- Flight from London
- 2 h 30 minShort-haul (up to 4.5 h) · estimated
Moraira, month by month
Month-by-month detail pages exist for our most searched destinations; for Moraira the 12-month table below carries the full picture.
A little perspective
Moraira through the year
Every month at a glance; "best" marks our three top months on warmth, dryness and sunshine.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.8°C | 8.7°C | 14.5°C | 5.4 | 51 | 6 | 0% |
| February | 15.2°C | 8.8°C | 13.8°C | 6.2 | 40 | 6 | 0% |
| March | 17.1°C | 10.3°C | 14.2°C | 6.7 | 43 | 6 | 0% |
| April | 19.1°C | 12.3°C | 15.6°C | 7.3 | 46 | 6 | 1% |
| May | 22.1°C | 15.2°C | 18.2°C | 8.2 | 32 | 5 | 13% |
| Junebest | 26.2°C | 19.0°C | 21.8°C | 10.5 | 13 | 2 | 71% |
| Julybest | 29.1°C | 22.0°C | 25.0°C | 11.8 | 8 | 1 | 97% |
| Augustbest | 29.6°C | 22.8°C | 26.3°C | 9.9 | 21 | 3 | 98% |
| September | 26.5°C | 20.4°C | 24.9°C | 7.2 | 71 | 7 | 73% |
| October | 22.8°C | 16.9°C | 22.1°C | 5.9 | 71 | 8 | 21% |
| November | 18.3°C | 12.7°C | 18.9°C | 5.4 | 63 | 7 | 1% |
| December | 15.5°C | 9.9°C | 16.1°C | 5.0 | 59 | 6 | 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
Best months here
On warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, start with these.
When to go to Moraira
For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: June, July, August, September. September is the wettest month (71 mm, about 7 rainy days) and July the driest (8 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 26.3°C and coolest in February at 13.8°C.
Getting there
A direct flight from London Gatwick to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC, 75 km from Moraira) takes roughly 2 h 30 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 Moraira between 1991 and 2020 reached 37.8°C on 4 July 1994; the coldest fell to 1.6°C on 15 February 1999. In August one day in ten tops 32.0°C and about 43% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 5.9°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was October 2007 with 282 mm, against a October average of 71 mm.
Sunrise, sunset and daylight in Moraira
Local time on the 15th of each month; daylight-saving rules as of 2020.
| Month (15th) | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | Sunshine/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 08:16 | 18:01 | 9.7 h | 5.4 h |
| February | 07:52 | 18:36 | 10.7 h | 6.2 h |
| March | 07:11 | 19:06 | 11.9 h | 6.7 h |
| April | 07:23 | 20:36 | 13.2 h | 7.3 h |
| May | 06:47 | 21:04 | 14.3 h | 8.2 h |
| June | 06:34 | 21:26 | 14.9 h | 10.5 h |
| July | 06:47 | 21:24 | 14.6 h | 11.8 h |
| August | 07:14 | 20:54 | 13.7 h | 9.9 h |
| September | 07:41 | 20:08 | 12.5 h | 7.2 h |
| October | 08:09 | 19:22 | 11.2 h | 5.9 h |
| November | 07:42 | 17:46 | 10.1 h | 5.4 h |
| December | 08:10 | 17:39 | 9.5 h | 5.0 h |
Spring: comfortable days, but the sea takes time to warm
March is better suited to walking than lying on the beach, with days around 17°C and nights at 10°C. April brings more comfortable afternoons at 19°C, though you will still want a jumper when sitting outside after dark. May is the stronger choice for warmth without summer heat: daytime averages reach 22°C and evenings become milder. The catch is the water. Even in May, the sea averages 18°C, so do not assume a warm afternoon means comfortable swimming. Pack light layers and a rain jacket throughout spring; showers remain a consideration rather than something you can confidently leave out of your plans.
Summer: the strongest choice for dry weather and swimming
June offers a useful balance: days average 26°C, the sea reaches 22°C and rain falls on an average of 2 days. It suits travellers who want beach weather without the highest temperatures. July is the driest month and has 12 hours of sunshine a day, making shade and a break around midday sensible. August brings the warmest swimming water at 26°C, but nights averaging 23°C offer less relief from the daytime heat. For either month, favour light clothing and accommodation where you can keep the bedroom cool. Choose June if hot evenings are a drawback, or July and August if warmer water is your priority.
Autumn and winter: lingering sea warmth, then a need for layers
September still feels warm, with days at 26°C and sea temperatures of 25°C, but it is the wettest month, so keep outdoor plans flexible. October remains appealing for milder warmth: days average 23°C and the sea 22°C, although its 8 rain days make a waterproof useful. November shifts towards walking weather, with cooler evenings and less inviting water. December's 16°C days can suit time outside in layers, rather than hours in swimwear. January and February both average 15°C by day and 9°C at night, so bring a proper outer layer for evenings. Winter is a reasonable choice if avoiding heat matters most; if swimming is central to the trip, summer is a better fit.
A little more detail
Moraira weather FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
What is the best time to visit Moraira?
Judged on warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, the best months in Moraira are July, June and August. August is the hottest month (average high 29.6°C) and January the coolest (14.8°C).
How many months a year is Moraira over 25°C?
4 months in Moraira average a daytime high of 25°C or more, and 6 average 20°C or more.
When is the rainy season in Moraira?
September is the wettest month in Moraira (71 mm on average) and July the driest (8 mm). Annual rainfall averages 518 mm.
What is the hottest temperature recorded in Moraira?
The hottest day recorded in Moraira between 1991 and 2020 reached 37.8°C on 4 July 1994; the coldest fell to 1.6°C on 15 February 1999. Records come from daily data for 1991-2020, not from a single station's all-time history.
When is the sea warmest in Moraira?
August has the warmest sea, averaging 26°C. July and September both average 25°C, so September remains a good swimming option if you can accept more rain. June's 22°C water offers a cooler alternative before the hottest weather.
Is June or September better for a warm holiday?
Both average 26°C by day, but June is the better choice for fewer interruptions from rain, with 2 rain days against September's 7. September has warmer water at 25°C rather than 22°C, which may matter more if you mainly want to swim.
What should I pack for a winter visit?
Bring layers, a jumper, an outer layer for evenings and a rain jacket. January and February average 15°C by day but only 9°C at night. With sea temperatures at 14°C, pack for time outdoors rather than relying on beach and swimming weather.
See also: Spain weather by month · where else is hot in August
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 Moraira. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 1.7 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