What's the Weather like in Puerto de la Duquesa
Temperature
Puerto de la Duquesa resembles a midsummer night's dream in July temperatures soar, the skies relinquish the last wisps of rainy clouds, and the breeze is gentle and refreshing. The average temperature hits a beautiful 24°C, with nights cool and pleasant at 20°C. The hotter days will most certainly exceed the 28°C average high, and the low humidity of 63% makes a summer holiday absolutely perfect on the southern coast of Spain.
Average Sunshine Hours
The days are long, with up to 14 hours of glorious sunshine, and an impressive 74% chance of full bright skies, uninterrupted by rain or clouds.
Rainfall
There's barely 1mm of rainfall and 8% average chances of precipitation throughout the month, which easily translates into one of the driest months of the year in Puerto de la Duquesa.
The general weather conditions make this a fine place to be, with fresh air that is breathable and warm winds throughout the day, most of them southern influences from the North African continent.
Wind
Chances of windy days are ridiculously low at 2% on average, which usually means that the waters are calm and pleasant.
Average Sea Temperature
The sea temperature reaches a superb 23°C, encouraged by subtropical currents also flowing from the southern regions of the Mediterranean. The tides are low and there's little disturbance out at sea, and wind speeds not exceeding the 30kmh average make for near perfect sailing and windsurfing conditions.
However, as attractive as this may sound, we strongly recommend that you do not overlook the importance of good SPF lotions while the weather is hot and wonderful, unprotected skin will suffer from overexposure to the midday sun.
Puerto de la Duquesa Hotels in July
Elba Estepona
July is a good time to spoil yourself, with the holiday season in full bloom and the southern coast of Spain is simply looking forward to welcome you. The luxury beachfront Elba Estepona features modern and stylish rooms with air conditioning, flat screen TV, plush sofas and terrace overlooking the splendid sea.
Indoor and outdoor pools unravel around the property, framed by lush gardens and sprinkled with sun terraces, pool bars and sun loungers. The complex is also home to a high end spa with sauna and massage rooms, as well as 3 splendid themed restaurants and all-inclusive service.
If this doesn't provide you with the ultimate pampering while vacationing in Duquesa, nothing else will.
Finca Cortesin Hotel Golf & Spa
Finca Cortesin Hotel Golf & Spa is another excellent way to spend the midsummer in Puerto de la Duquesa. This sumptuous resort features its own high ranking championship golf course, as well as two superb outdoor pools and a ritzy beach club with an infinity pool, a fine dining restaurant and a bar with a sun terrace.
All of the rooms are beautifully decorated, and boast a beautiful lounge area with comfy sofas, flat screen TV, as well as air conditioning and balcony opening out to breath-taking panoramas of the Alboran Sea. The on-site spa is home to an indoor pool and fitness centre, as well as a sauna, a Turkish spa and a unique snow cave for various hydrotherapies.
Perhaps the most enticing element is the splendid Kabuki Raw, the Cortesin's signature restaurant, a unique immersion into Japanese cuisine.
Hostal Drago
However, if your budget is more oriented towards fun and less towards luxury accommodation options, the lovely and simple Hostal Drago can help. With comfy rooms and easy access to a nearby spa and gym, this hostel is within walking distance from the beach.
The splendid and entertaining La Canada and Sotogrande Golf Clubs can be found just minutes away, and you'll find plenty of diving, windsurfing and fishing opportunities along the coast.
Beaches in Puerto de la Duquesa for July
Playa Sabinillas
July is the undisputed month of sunbathing, swimming and engaging in all sorts of fun marine activities. One of the best beaches around is Playa Sabinillas, a 2km long stretch of fine sand, just east of Puerto de la Duquesa. It's only about 40m wide and its water entrance is shallow and clear, making it a favourite for families with children.
It's also quite an urban beach, attracting plenty of youth, as it's flanked by a delightful promenade, apartment buildings and funky restaurants and terraces. There are also plenty of chirinquitos to enjoy, as well as watch towers and shower facilities.
This beach is extremely clean and safe, and a proud bearer of the European Blue Flag award, and thus heavily recommended.
Playa del Negro
Playa del Negro is a beautiful veil of fine sand dunes resting between Cala de la Sardina and the Alcorin Stream. It's flanked by bold hills rolling into the shoreline, and is home to some interesting and unique species of dune vegetation. Its waters are also preferred by fine tuna specimens, reasons for which you'll always see fishing boats hanging out at sea.
But most importantly, its clean and shallow waters and rocky borders make it a peaceful and secluded area, perfect for relaxation and bliss underneath the glorious sun.
Bars and Restaurants
Bistro Steakhouse
The Bistro Steakhouse is by far one of the most popular eateries in Puerto de la Duquesa. Its menu is abundant with fresh and delicious food with a home cooked feel, and the staff are very friendly and professional.
The atmosphere is relaxed and warm, and the steaks are simply out of this world. The chefs pay extra attention to the meat quality, ensuring that every single slice is cooked to perfection, and the potato wedges are crispy and tasty, sourced locally from nearby farms.
Mirror Mirror Lounge Bar
Mirror Mirror Lounge Bar can be found just opposite Banco Popular in Puetro de la Duquesa, and it hosts some fabulous nights throughout the year. The atmosphere is fun and laidback, and the quiz nights are often hilarious and unforgettable.
The staff are exceptional, welcoming and kind, and the music pumps through the high quality sound system, flowing through various playlists meant to attract a diverse and mature clientele.
The drink prices are also friendly, and there are plenty of live music nights as well so it doesn't matter which day of the week you decide to pay it a visit, as there will always be something fun to do.
Bojangles Disco
Bojangles Disco is one of the undisputed hot spots of Puerto de la Duquesa's nightlife. It can be found on the first floor of a beautifully restored building, and it acts as a nightclub and karaoke bar.
The majority of the patrons are relatively young and fun-loving, and the drink prices are within the decent margins. The music played is generally commercial, focusing on funky tunes and electronic beats, with resident and guest DJs packing the place up every weekend.
The karaoke nights are equally delightful, especially since many people need many drinks in order to gather enough courage and sing their hearts out and so, good times and hilarity automatically ensue.
Things to do in Puerto de la Duquesa in July
Marina
With such excellent weather, you can easily go around the marina and explore the historical landmarks nearby. This part of the coast was repeatedly contested by both Christian and Moorish invaders, hence there is a plethora of fortresses and structures left behind, all of them reminiscent of 16th century architecture and Arab design influences.
Perhaps one of the most important historical treasures here is Castillo de la Duquesa, a massive stone fortress with towers and imposing gates, with canons posted at the main entrance and rocky staircases leading up to breath-taking views of the surrounding hills, mountains and deep blue sea.
Banos de la Hedionda
Deep within the valley stretching below the villages of Manilva, resting between lush forests and swirling rural pathways, you'll find Banos de la Hedionda thermal sulphur baths renowned across the entire country for their therapeutic and healing properties.
This ancient Roman establishment owes its existence to a spring rich in sulphur, which flows out of a limestone outcrop just above the wide valley. It was once an ample and intricate set of bathing chambers, of which four remain to this day, and it's known to have once welcome Julius Caesar himself.
This is a truly beautiful and interesting place, combining ancient infrastructures with natural healing waters, and incredibly popular amongst the locals you'll have a hard time finding a spot on Sunday afternoons, for example.
However, during the week this archaeological site is generally quite empty, and easy to explore, with tunnels and archways built between chambers. You can even enjoy a picnic on the green grass growing around the structure, and visit the nearby ruins of 18th century farms that reused the ancient Roman masonry.
