Your September weather guide
HotWeather in Torremolinos in September
September is a good choice for Torremolinos if you want warm holiday weather without relying on intense heat. Average highs are around 26°C, nights average 19°C, and there are about 3 rainy days across the month. That suits light clothing by day and plenty of time outdoors, with some flexibility for rain. The main catch is the sea: it can feel bracing rather than comfortably warm, even when the air feels hot.
Long-term climate averages for Torremolinos, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Torremolinos, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Torremolinos.
- Average daytime high
- 25.9°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 29°C
- Average night-time low
- 18.8°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 16°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +7.3°C
- London averages 18.6°C in September
- Sea temperature
- 21.6°C
- year to year: 20°C to 23°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 8.1h
- 66% of 12.2 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 3
- 24 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days over 25°C
- 64%
- 5% over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 35.1°C
- 2016-09-05
- Record low 1991-2020
- 12.0°C
- 1992-09-27
- Flight from London
- ≈ 2 h 48 min
- 1651 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How September compares
September is the 4th warmest month of the year in Torremolinos. Within Spain it is 43rd of 87 (Spain in September). Against London's average high of 18.6°C in September, Torremolinos is 7.3°C warmer by day and 7.6°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in September
The typical September day in Torremolinos peaks at 25.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 29.0°C or more. About 64% of days top 25°C and 1 in 20 pass 30°C. Nights average 18.8°C; one night in ten drops to 16.3°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest September day here reached 35.1°C (2016-09-05) and the coldest night 12.0°C (1992-09-27).
Rain in September
Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 3 days with 1 mm or more, 24 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest September was 2012 with 85 mm, the driest 2017 with 1 mm. Humidity averages 71%.
Sea temperature in September
The sea averages 21.6°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 20.3°C to 22.9°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (23.3°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 8.1 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 08:00 and sets about 20:26 local time in mid-September. Average cloud cover is 34%.
Is September a good time to visit Torremolinos?
Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, manageable rain and long sunny days. The best months for Torremolinos on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.
Warm days, but the sea has a cooler edge
Expect weather that suits summer clothes, with a light layer handy after dark. Days reach 25°C on 64% of occasions, so warmth is common rather than guaranteed. Hotter spells are possible, but reaching 30°C is relatively unusual; plan shade breaks at midday rather than assuming every afternoon will be fiercely hot. The sea averages 21.6°C, which puts it in the bracing category. Swimming should appeal more if you tolerate cooler water than if you need a warm sea to relax in. For a holiday mixing time beside the water with time out of it, September makes sense; for consistently comfortable swimming, the water temperature is the compromise.
Plenty of sunshine, with some rain to allow for
With about 8.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is a strong case for spending much of your holiday outdoors. The 12.2 hours of daylight also leave room to shift plans away from the hottest part of the day without giving up your afternoon. Rain is an occasional consideration rather than the main weather concern, but a dry stay is not guaranteed. Keep outdoor plans flexible and pack a light waterproof rather than treating September as reliably rain-free. Sunscreen, sunglasses and breathable clothing deserve more space in your day bag, while a layer for sitting outside in the evening is a sensible addition.
A little perspective
Torremolinos through the year
September is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.9°C | 8.5°C | 15.1°C | 5.0 | 57 | 8 | 0% |
| February | 15.5°C | 8.7°C | 14.8°C | 5.8 | 48 | 7 | 0% |
| March | 17.3°C | 10.2°C | 15.1°C | 6.1 | 52 | 7 | 1% |
| April | 19.1°C | 11.9°C | 15.8°C | 7.3 | 41 | 7 | 1% |
| May | 22.2°C | 14.7°C | 17.2°C | 8.6 | 25 | 4 | 17% |
| Junebest | 26.2°C | 18.3°C | 19.5°C | 11.3 | 9 | 1 | 67% |
| Julybest | 29.1°C | 21.0°C | 21.9°C | 12.6 | 1 | 0 | 96% |
| Augustbest | 29.2°C | 21.5°C | 23.3°C | 10.9 | 4 | 1 | 98% |
| SeptemberSelected | 25.9°C | 18.8°C | 21.6°C | 8.1 | 24 | 3 | 64% |
| October | 22.1°C | 15.5°C | 19.4°C | 5.8 | 58 | 7 | 13% |
| November | 18.0°C | 11.9°C | 17.2°C | 5.2 | 72 | 7 | 1% |
| December | 15.6°C | 9.8°C | 15.8°C | 4.5 | 69 | 7 | 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
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A little more detail
Torremolinos in September FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Torremolinos hot in September?
Torremolinos is hot in September: the average daytime high is 25.9°C and nights average 18.8°C. About 64% of September days reach 25°C or more.
Can you swim in the sea in Torremolinos in September?
The sea around Torremolinos averages 21.6°C in September, which is bracing - fine for a quick dip, cool for long swims. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 20°C to 23°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Torremolinos in September?
Torremolinos sees about 3 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 24 mm of rain in a typical September. The wettest September between 1991 and 2020 was 2012 (85 mm) and the driest was 2017 (1 mm).
How sunny is Torremolinos in September?
Torremolinos gets around 8.1 hours of sunshine a day in September out of 12.2 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Torremolinos compare with the UK in September?
Torremolinos is on average 7.3°C warmer than London by day in September (25.9°C against 18.6°C).
What is the hottest September on record in Torremolinos?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest September day in Torremolinos reached 35.1°C on 2016-09-05, and the coldest night dropped to 12.0°C on 1992-09-27.
How much warmer is Torremolinos than London in September?
The average daytime high is 25.9°C in Torremolinos, compared with 18.6°C in London, a difference of 7.3°C. That is a noticeable step up in warmth and makes light summer clothing a more sensible daytime default.
Is Torremolinos a short-haul option from London?
Yes. The flight from London takes about 2 h 48 min, making it a short-haul option for warmer September weather. That is flight time rather than the full journey, so allow separately for airport time and onward travel.
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 Torremolinos. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 2.3 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