Weather in Nerja in August

How August compares

August is the 1st warmest month of the year in Nerja. Within Spain it is 16th of 87 (Spain in August). Against London's average high of 21.4°C in August, Nerja is 8.9°C warmer by day and 10.0°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in August

The typical August day in Nerja peaks at 30.3°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 33.2°C or more. About 100% of days top 25°C and 1 in 2 pass 30°C. Nights average 23.5°C; one night in ten drops to 21.2°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest August day here reached 41.8°C (2020-08-02) and the coldest night 17.6°C (1992-08-30).

Rain in August

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 1 days with 1 mm or more, 3 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest August was 2017 with 26 mm, the driest 1991 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 63%.

Sea temperature in August

The sea averages 23.8°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 22.8°C to 24.8°C. This is the warmest the sea gets here all year.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 11.2 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.4 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:33 and sets about 21:07 local time in mid-August. Average cloud cover is 17%.

Is August a good time to visit Nerja?

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

Expect proper heat, not just pleasantly warm afternoons

August is Nerja's warmest month, and the heat is consistent: days reach 25°C throughout the month, while 53% reach 30°C. The hotter days get to 33°C or more, making shade and breaks indoors sensible around midday. Plan anything energetic for earlier in the day rather than expecting comfortable conditions all afternoon. Light, loose clothing is useful well into the evening, and air conditioning is a sensible priority when choosing accommodation. With humidity averaging 63%, the warmth may feel less comfortable than the temperature alone suggests. This suits travellers happy to organise their day around the heat, rather than those looking for mild summer weather.

Warm swimming water and little need for a rain plan

The sea is comfortably in swimming territory, with its August temperature ranging from 23°C to 25°C between years. That makes the month a good fit if time in the water matters more to you than cooler conditions on land. Sunshine averages about 11.2 hours a day, leaving plenty of opportunity to enjoy the outdoors without concentrating everything around midday. Rain is unlikely to shape your plans: August averages about 1 rainy day. Still, dry averages are not a guarantee of an entirely rain-free stay. Pack swimwear, sun protection and something to cover your shoulders, and give shade as much thought as sunshine.