Destination guide
Torrevieja weather by month
June is the best fit for warm days and swimming without the strongest summer heat in Torrevieja: daytime temperatures average 28°C and the sea reaches 22°C. July and August suit travellers who want hotter weather, with days around 31°C, but midday outings need more care. May and October are better for gentler warmth, while September keeps the summer sea temperatures with a greater chance of rain. Winter suits time outdoors rather than a swimming holiday.
The climate here is within a degree of Benidorm, so if you are choosing between the two, the weather will not decide it for you.
- Hottest month
- 31.1°CAugust
- Coolest month
- 15.8°CJanuary
- Warmest sea
- 26.3°CAugust
- Flight from London
- 2 h 36 minShort-haul (up to 4.5 h) · estimated
Torrevieja, month by month
Month-by-month detail pages exist for our most searched destinations; for Torrevieja the 12-month table below carries the full picture.
A little perspective
Torrevieja 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 | 15.8°C | 7.6°C | 14.7°C | 5.7 | 28 | 4 | 0% |
| February | 16.7°C | 8.1°C | 14.1°C | 6.3 | 20 | 4 | 0% |
| March | 18.8°C | 9.7°C | 14.5°C | 6.9 | 31 | 5 | 3% |
| April | 21.0°C | 11.8°C | 15.8°C | 7.6 | 28 | 5 | 7% |
| May | 24.0°C | 14.9°C | 18.4°C | 8.6 | 20 | 3 | 35% |
| Junebest | 28.0°C | 18.8°C | 22.0°C | 10.9 | 8 | 2 | 88% |
| Julybest | 30.7°C | 21.6°C | 25.1°C | 12.2 | 2 | 0 | 100% |
| Augustbest | 31.1°C | 22.4°C | 26.3°C | 10.4 | 8 | 2 | 100% |
| September | 27.9°C | 19.8°C | 24.8°C | 7.6 | 40 | 5 | 87% |
| October | 24.0°C | 16.0°C | 22.0°C | 6.3 | 36 | 5 | 36% |
| November | 19.2°C | 11.6°C | 18.9°C | 5.6 | 34 | 5 | 4% |
| December | 16.4°C | 8.7°C | 16.2°C | 5.3 | 25 | 4 | 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 Torrevieja
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 (40 mm, about 5 rainy days) and July the driest (2 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 26.3°C and coolest in February at 14.1°C.
Getting there
A direct flight from London Gatwick to Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC, 35 km from Torrevieja) takes roughly 2 h 36 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 Torrevieja between 1991 and 2020 reached 39.4°C on 4 July 1994; the coldest fell to -1.3°C on 29 January 2006. In August one day in ten tops 33.7°C and about 73% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 4.4°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was September 2019 with 211 mm, against a September average of 40 mm.
Sunrise, sunset and daylight in Torrevieja
Local time on the 15th of each month; daylight-saving rules as of 2020.
| Month (15th) | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | Sunshine/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 08:18 | 18:06 | 9.8 h | 5.7 h |
| February | 07:54 | 18:40 | 10.8 h | 6.3 h |
| March | 07:14 | 19:09 | 11.9 h | 6.9 h |
| April | 07:27 | 20:38 | 13.2 h | 7.6 h |
| May | 06:52 | 21:06 | 14.2 h | 8.6 h |
| June | 06:40 | 21:27 | 14.8 h | 10.9 h |
| July | 06:52 | 21:25 | 14.5 h | 12.2 h |
| August | 07:18 | 20:56 | 13.6 h | 10.4 h |
| September | 07:45 | 20:11 | 12.4 h | 7.6 h |
| October | 08:11 | 19:26 | 11.2 h | 6.3 h |
| November | 07:43 | 17:51 | 10.1 h | 5.6 h |
| December | 08:11 | 17:44 | 9.5 h | 5.3 h |
Winter into spring: mild afternoons, cool water
January and December average 16°C by day, so winter can work for walks and sitting outside when the sun is out, but it is not reliably warm enough for light clothing all day. February edges up to 17°C, while January and February nights average 8°C: bring a proper evening layer. March reaches 19°C, though its 14°C sea makes swimming a chilly proposition. April feels more comfortable for outdoor plans at 21°C, with a jumper still useful after dark. May offers the clearest move towards summer, reaching 24°C with just 3 rain days on average. Its 18°C sea remains the catch if swimming matters more than comfortable daytime warmth. Pack layers through this period rather than treating it as summer.
Summer: best for swimming, with heat to plan around
June offers a useful balance: days average 28°C, nights 19°C and the sea 22°C, making it a strong choice for swimming without the peak heat. July brings 31°C afternoons and 12 hours of sunshine, so shade and a quieter spell at midday make sense. It is also the driest month, though that does not guarantee a rain-free stay. August stays around 31°C and has the warmest sea at 26°C, suiting travellers who prioritise warm water over cooler afternoons. July and August nights average 22°C, so do not expect much evening coolness. Choose light clothing, keep sun protection handy and put more active plans earlier or later in the day.
Autumn: warm seas linger as rain becomes more likely
September still feels summery, with 28°C days and a 25°C sea, making it a good choice if swimming is central to your holiday. The catch is rain: it is the wettest month, so leave room to adjust outdoor plans. October offers gentler daytime warmth at 24°C while the sea holds at 22°C, a useful combination for travellers who dislike peak summer heat. Nights fall to 16°C, making an extra layer sensible for evenings outside. November shifts towards a cooler break, with 19°C days, 12°C nights and a 19°C sea. These autumn months each average 5 rain days; pack a light waterproof rather than relying on uninterrupted dry weather.
A little more detail
Torrevieja weather FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
What is the best time to visit Torrevieja?
Judged on warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, the best months in Torrevieja are July, June and August. August is the hottest month (average high 31.1°C) and January the coolest (15.8°C).
How many months a year is Torrevieja over 25°C?
4 months in Torrevieja average a daytime high of 25°C or more, and 7 average 20°C or more.
When is the rainy season in Torrevieja?
September is the wettest month in Torrevieja (40 mm on average) and July the driest (2 mm). Annual rainfall averages 280 mm.
What is the hottest temperature recorded in Torrevieja?
The hottest day recorded in Torrevieja between 1991 and 2020 reached 39.4°C on 4 July 1994; the coldest fell to -1.3°C on 29 January 2006. Records come from daily data for 1991-2020, not from a single station's all-time history.
When is the sea warmest in Torrevieja?
August has the warmest sea at 26°C, while July and September average 25°C. September therefore works well for warm-water swimming with less intense daytime heat than August, although rain is more likely. June and October both offer sea temperatures of 22°C.
Which months suit travellers who dislike strong heat?
May and October both average 24°C by day, making them sensible choices for outdoor time without midsummer temperatures. October has the warmer sea at 22°C compared with May's 18°C, but May has fewer rain days. April is cooler still at 21°C.
Is Torrevieja warm enough for a winter holiday?
Winter is mild rather than hot, with daytime averages of 16°C in December and January and 17°C in February. It suits walking and time outside with layers, but nights are cool and the sea is chilly. Expect a change of pace from a summer swimming holiday.
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 Torrevieja. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 0.8 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