Weather in Nerja in October

How October compares

October is the 5th warmest month of the year in Nerja. Within Spain it is 35th of 87 (Spain in October). Against London's average high of 14.6°C in October, Nerja is 8.3°C warmer by day and 8.7°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in October

The typical October day in Nerja peaks at 22.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 26.2°C or more. Roughly 1 in 5 days top 25°C and 1 in 250 pass 30°C. Nights average 17.1°C; one night in ten drops to 14.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest October day here reached 32.6°C (2019-10-02) and the coldest night 7.4°C (2018-10-29).

Rain in October

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 6 days with 1 mm or more, 45 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest October was 2018 with 190 mm, the driest 1995 with 2 mm. Humidity averages 74%.

Sea temperature in October

The sea averages 19.6°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 17.8°C to 21.3°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (23.8°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.5 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 08:23 and sets about 19:40 local time in mid-October. Average cloud cover is 41%.

Is October a good time to visit Nerja?

It is a reasonable choice: warm days. The best months for Nerja on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Warm enough for outdoor days, not dependable heat

Nerja's average daytime high is 8.3°C above London's in October, so the difference should feel noticeable when you spend time outside. Light clothing is a sensible starting point during the day, with a layer available when the temperature drops. Days reaching 25°C account for 20% of the month, so hotter weather is possible but should not be the basis of your plans. The warmest days reach 26.2°C or more, making shade useful around midday. October suits travellers who prefer warmth without making intense heat the main attraction; it is less convincing if your priority is a consistently hot holiday.

Beach time is more dependable than comfortable swimming

The sea is the clearest compromise. Its October average of 19.6°C is bracing, and the year-to-year range of 18°C to 21°C stays below the comfortable-swimming threshold. If you enjoy cooler water, swimming may still appeal; if you like to linger in a warm sea, do not make that the centre of the trip. Sunshine averages about 6.5 hours within 11.0 hours of daylight, leaving scope for sitting outside and spending time by the water. Those figures do not promise uninterrupted sun, so keep beach plans flexible and make use of the brighter parts of the day.

Pack for some rain and cooler evenings

Rain is a possibility rather than a reason to rule October out. About 6 rainy days means you should have an alternative to outdoor plans, but it does not make this a month to assume will be wet throughout. A light waterproof is a useful addition to your bag. For evenings, bring a jumper or light jacket rather than relying entirely on daytime clothes. The coldest nights reach 14°C or lower, so the average night temperature does not tell the whole story. This mix suits a flexible holiday better than a schedule that depends on dry weather every day.