What's the Weather like in Puerto de la Duquesa in August
Temperature
August continues to bring nothing but great weather and high temperatures across the board in Puerto de la Duquesa. The average temperature is a superb 25°C, while the nights are warm and pleasant at 21°C. The high average is expected to reach 29°C on the hottest days of the month, and humidity is low at 60% on average.
These conditions paint a very appealing picture for the southern coast of Spain during the summer, and so it makes August the peak of the holiday season.
Average Sunshine Hours
The days are long, with up to 13 hours of glorious and uninterrupted sunshine, and a whopping 73% chance of full sunny days throughout the month. It is important you don't overlook the importance of SPF lotions, as the unprotected skin will suffer from overexposure.
Also make sure you stay hydrated and drink plenty of water, as the region does experience some North African dry winds during this period, which often tend to accentuate the Mediterranean heat.
Rainfall
Chances of rain are minimal at 10% on average, with barely 1mm of rainfall over the course of 2 days so expect a shower or two at some point during August, but nothing more. The conditions are absolutely perfect for weeklong holidays on the Spanish coast.
Wind
Chances of windy days are low as well, at just 6% on average, with wind speeds not exceeding 35kmh, making the breeze along the shore a welcome feeling and offering excellent conditions for sailing and windsurfing out at sea.
Average Sea Temperature
The water temperature is a splendid 23°C, benefitting from sub-tropical currents from the southern regions of the Alboran Sea mainly from the African coastline. The winds are warm and dry, while the tides are moderate and the waters clear and clean, making Puerto de la Duquesa and Sabinillas' Blue Flag beaches the undisputed hot spots of the region.
Puerto de la Duquesa Hotels in August
NH Sotogrande
The beautiful and stylish NH Sotogrande opens out to a gorgeous beach and offers splendid rooms designed in an attractive mix between contemporary and traditional Andalusian decors. They feature plush lounge areas with flat screen TV, en suite bathroom and balconies opening out to breath-taking views of the Alboran Sea.
The hotel boasts a spacious swimming pool, framed by a sun terrace with comfy loungers. The restaurant not only offers a delicious a la carte menu, it also delights its guests with views of the inland countryside and sumptuous golf courses, and the poolside snack bar further entices with light refreshments and tropical cocktails.
There's even a free shuttle service to the beaches and golf courses nearby, so there aren't many reasons why you shouldn't spoil yourself while vacationing in Puerto de la Duquesa.
Hotel Restaurante La Madedora
Situated in San Luis de Sabinillas and just minutes away from the marina, Hotel Restaurante La Mecedora features a 24-hour reception desk, fine dining restaurant, as well as free parking on-site. It's only a minute's walk from the main beach of the Duquesa harbour, and it's set inside a charming 19th century building.
Its rooms are beautifully decorated in a tasteful but classic style, and feature a flat screen TV, en suite bathroom and terrace opening out to beautiful panoramas of the deep blue sea. The hotel also offers lovely meeting facilities and a lounge area, while touring activities can be booked straight from reception.
H10 Estepona Palace
Situated in Estepona, only a 5-minute drive from Puerto de la Duquesa, the luxurious 4-star H10 Estepona Palace offers direct access to a gorgeous beach and sumptuous rooms with air conditioning, flat screen TV, private terrace, minibar, en suite bathroom and private terrace, all within a smart décor featuring tiled flooring and large windows.
The hotel features 3 beautiful freshwater pools, of which one is heated during the winter, as well as the fabulous Despacio Spa, which offers a sauna, a classic Turkish bath and a modern fitness centre. The on-site restaurant offers delicious buffet specialities, with the actual cooking and preparation on display.
Beaches in Puerto de la Duquesa for August
Bahia Dorada
These long summer days are the perfect time to spend at the beach, and Puerto de la Duquesa does not disappoint, offering good access not only to its own smaller but equally charming beaches, but also to nearby stretches of sand which open out to the clean blue waters of the Alboran Sea.
One of the best spots to try in months like August is the splendid Bahia Dorada Beach, which can be found near Estepona. It offers a stunning view of the sea in shades of deep blue and green, and its landscape is sprinkled with rocky clusters and wild foliage, and yet it sits within an urban area, thus getting quite busy in the summer.
It's best to get there early to catch a good spot in the sun, as the sand is smooth and the water entrance is clear and shallow. Paddle-surfers can have a lot of fun around here too.
Playa La Galera
Playa La Galera is also a great place to spend time at, as it's relatively low in traffic and offers a unique view over the untamed landscape of the southern coastline. It includes an area known as Buenas Noches, and its sand is soft and beige, with a shallow and clear water entrance interrupted by large limestone rocks. It opens out to a beautiful sea, and its rocky edges make it a great spot for snorkelling throughout the day.
Bars and Restaurants
It's a good time to try out the many chiringuitos that flank the beaches of Duquesa and Sabinillas, all the way into Sotogrande and even Torreguadiaro. They're all good and they all have cosy terraces where you can enjoy some fresh seafood while admiring the breath-taking scenery of the Alboran Sea.
Ocean Bar & Cafe
A good place is Ocean Bar & Café, Puerto de la Duquesa's trendiest daytime venue, preferred by both locals and tourists. Their menu offers an abundant variety of natural juices and smoothies, healthy wraps, salads and serious burgers, as well as some yummy milkshakes and frappes. There's a happy hour between 4-7pm, so make sure you don't miss it, as they drop the prices on fabulous cocktails and turn the music up instead.
Portside Cafe & Bar
The Portside Café & Bar is another gem of the marina, and is a typical British establishment, focusing its comprehensive cuisine on European dishes. They're open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and they also feature a pub area with high chairs and a delightful selection of ales and lagers to enjoy. The terrace opens out to lovely views of the port and its yachts and fishing boats, and they also do takeout orders.
Things to do in Puerto de la Duquesa in August
GoFun CostaDelSol
The weather is wonderful and the water is perfect for all kinds of marine activities, including scuba diving and snorkelling. GoFun CostaDelSol is a great family-run business for amateur and professional divers alike.
Ruben and Lucia are known to be excellent diving instructors, and they will often arrange to come pick you up from your hotel and take you to some of the best spots along the coastline for a truly memorable and exciting diving experience. They make it all seem much easier than you'd initially expect, and their training is fully certified and well worth the moderate cost.
Full Moon Party
Perhaps the greatest attraction of the summer season in Puerto de la Duquesa is the popular Full Moon Party, which started out in 2011 in the charming village of Sabinillas.
It was inspired from the world famous lantern festival in Koh Pha Ngan in Thailand, but it tends to focus more on the families rather than anything else expect numerous circus acts and food stalls, live music and countless paper lanterns which you can release into the night under the pearly full moon.
Manilva Fair
Another popular holiday is the Manilva Fair, or Feria, which takes place during the second week of August. It spreads along the Caretera dos Banos just west of the Manilva River, and it features many interesting stalls, with food, clothing, artisanal specialities, books and trinkets, as well as plenty of live music acts and other cultural attractions.
