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Malaga Weather in August, Spain

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  • What is Average Temperature?
    The average high temperature and the average low temperature for that month, on a daily basis, divided by 2 equals the average temperature for that month

    Temperature

    25°C
    77°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    High Temperature

    30°C
    87°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    Low Temperature

    21°C
    70°F
  • What is Average Day Temperature?
    The average temperature recorded between sunrise and sunset

    Day Temperature

    26°C
    80°F
  • What is Average Night Temperature?
    The average temperature recorded between sunset and sunrise

    Night Temperature

    25°C
    78°F
  • What is Average Sea Temperature?
    Average daily sea temperatures and divided by the number of days in the month. Sea Temperatures are taken from buoys, ships and even satellites can calculate sea temperature based on energy that is radiated from the sea's surface

    Sea Temperature

    24°C
    75°F
  • What are Average Daily Sunshine Hours?
    Total sunshine hours for the month, divided by the number of days in the month. Sunshine hours are taken with a sunshine recorder, either a Campbell-Stokes recorder or an Eppley Pyreheliometer

    Sunshine Hours

    10 hours
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall Days

    1 days
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall

    6 mm

August, 2024

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1 Avg 26º 79º
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2 Avg 27º 81º
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3 Avg 26º 79º
4 Avg 25º 77º
5 Avg 26º 79º
6 Avg 28º 82º
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9 Avg 26º 79º
10 Avg 27º 81º
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26 Avg 27º 81º
27 Avg 27º 81º
28 Avg 26º 79º
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30 Avg 27º 81º
31 Avg 26º 79º
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What's the Weather Like in Malaga in August

Temperature

August is generally the hottest month of the year in Malaga although the intensity of the heat is generally tempered by the proximity to the nearby Mediterranean Sea, which is cooler than the prevailing daytime temperatures over the land surface of southern Spain.

Cooling sea breezes are thus normal, while sea fog is quite rare, unlike in the spring months (March - May).

The average daytime maximum temperature is 30°C and there is an average overnight minimum of 20.5°C, so while the daytime temperatures may be on the high side for some, conditions are usually very good for outdoor activities during the evenings and overnight.

Note though that sleeping can be difficult in the central parts of Malaga where there is a pronounced urban heat island effect and pollution levels are relatively high.

On rare occasions an import of hot air from northern Africa, combined with winds from the northern half of the compass, can result in significant heatwaves, with temperatures into the mid to high 30s Celsius and occasionally even into the low 40s, though not as hot as inland.

Rain in Mlaga in August 

An average August has just 6mm of precipitation and 1 day with measurable precipitation. Most Augusts are rain-free although short-lived thundery downpours crop up on rare occasions, most often near the end of the month. The very dry conditions combined with heat and sunshine occasionally trigger problems with fires along the Costa del Sol. At the end of August 2012 the hot dry weather contributed to a spread of fires through the Costa del Sol which affected the Malaga area.

Sunshine 

The lack of rain is also accompanied by reliably high amounts of sunshine with a mean total of 309 hours, a mean of 10.0 hours per day. Thus August is not quite as sunny as July but this is mainly a consequence of the shortening hours of daylight, and the sun shines for a large majority of the time.

Humidity

The average relative humidity is low at this time of year with a mean of 62%, and in addition, the humidity levels tend to be lowest when the weather is particularly hot, so hot weather combined with high humidity is very unusual at Malaga.

Augsust Sea Temperature in Malaga 

The average sea temperature rises to 24°C at this time of the year, which is swimmable though fairly cool. However, many of the shallower stretches of sea near the coastline are rather warmer than that, so there are usually good places to swim off the coast of Malaga at this time of year.

Hotels for Malaga in August

Malaga has many accommodation options, some of which are very good, although others are less reliable.

Sol Guadalmar

The 4-star Sol Guadalmar at Moby Dick, 2, Urbanizacion Guadalmar, 29004, has good views over Torremolinos.

Hotel Zenit Malaga

There are some good budget options in Malaga, including the Hotel Zenit Malagaat Cuba 1-3, 29013, which is about 15 minutes' walk from the city centre.

Cloud House Farm

Alternatively, those who would prefer a camping holiday can try the Cloud House Farm at Finca Casa Nube, Genalguacil.

Beaches for August for Malaga

August is typically the busiest time of the year on the beaches, though there are usually spots where it is possible to settle down and relax. 

El Candado

El Candado beach offers a good view of the coast and is protected by two water barriers, and is ideal for windsurfing, diving, snorkelling and sailing.

La Misericordia Beach

La Misericordia Beach is particularly good for windsurfing, kite flying and sailing and is also quite family-friendly with a range of good facilities.

Restaurants and Bars for Malaga in August

There are many good eateries to choose from in Malaga.

Restaurante Vino Mio

One good option for a special occasions is the Restaurante Vino Mio at Plaza Jeronimo Cuervo 2, Al Lado del Teatro Cervantes, 29012 which serves international and Mediterranean cuisine, and also includes some Asian style dishes.

Restaurante Venta El Charco

For a good BBQ/steak dinner it is hard to go wrong with the Restaurante Venta El Charco at Los Ventorros, Los Romanes.

Lounge Bar

Those who fancy catching up on important sporting events can try the Lounge Bar at Avenida de Bonanza, Benalmadena Costa, 29631. This bar features coverage of major sporting events and a golf society.

Teatro Cervantes

The Teatro Cervantes at Calle Ramos Marin provides frequent orchestral and flamenco performances.

Things to Do in Malaga in August

Aquamijas Mijas Waterpark

The Aquamijas Mijas water park, situated off the Fuengirola bypass, is more suited to families with younger children, and contains 5 water slides, and mini-golf and jacuzzis are among the other attractions.

Simply Diving

August is a good time to try water sports, particularly with the seas typically at their warmest at this time of the year. Simply Diving at Carlota Alessandri 25, Aloha Bloque 5, 29620 Torremolinos are a British-run 5-star PADI centre offer a wide range of dive courses, and dive trips to various sites, including a 240km dive from Tarifa all the way to Almuñecar.

One2One

The dive trips are tailored to the visitors' level of experience and include a full diving kit rental, hotel collection and transportation via air-conditioned minibuses, and light refreshments. Another good dive centre to choose is One2One at Pueblo Santa Ana, Benaladena Costa, 29630 Fuengirola, which is another 5-star PADI dive centre offering many dive courses and dive trips to various sites including Torreblanca House Reef, Tarifa and Gibraltar.

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