Best time to visit
Best Time to Visit Fuengirola
A family-friendly Costa del Sol town with 7 km of beaches, a Moorish castle and a long seafront promenade.
Best time to visit: April–June and September–October for warm weather; winter stays mild.
Local tip: Buses run up to Mijas Pueblo, which is cooler than the coast on hot days.
Getting around: Fuengirola is the last stop on the Cercanías line from Málaga, via the airport.
Good to know: It has a large year-round community of northern European residents, so it stays lively in winter.
What to plan your trip around
- Sohail Castle
A restored Moorish castle at the mouth of the river.
- Bioparc Fuengirola
A zoo designed around natural habitats.
- Paseo Marítimo
A seafront promenade along the whole town.
- Mijas Pueblo
A white hill village 20 minutes inland.
Fuengirola weather by month
Fuengirola weather by month
Average temperatures and rainfall Fuengirola gets in each month (2011–2020). Tap a month for the full breakdown.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C | 11°C | 49 mm | 76% |
| February | 15°C | 11°C | 41 mm | 74% |
| March | 16°C | 12°C | 69 mm | 75% |
| April | 18°C | 14°C | 57 mm | 76% |
| May | 21°C | 16°C | 27 mm | 73% |
| June | 24°C | 19°C | 3 mm | 69% |
| July | 27°C | 22°C | 0 mm | 67% |
| August | 27°C | 23°C | 3 mm | 69% |
| September | 25°C | 21°C | 31 mm | 75% |
| October | 22°C | 18°C | 56 mm | 77% |
| November | 18°C | 14°C | 88 mm | 77% |
| December | 16°C | 13°C | 32 mm | 77% |
Fuengirola through the year
January · 15° / 11°C · 49 mm
- Days and nights are close, only about 4°C apart.
- January is among Fuengirola's three coolest months.
April · 18° / 14°C · 57 mm
- Rain is above Fuengirola's usual level, by about 50%.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 4°C).
July · 27° / 22°C · 0 mm
- Days and nights are close, only about 5°C apart.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 100% less rain than Fuengirola's average.
October · 22° / 18°C · 56 mm
- Just 50 km apart, but Fuengirola runs about 2°C cooler than Antequera this month.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 4°C).
The best time to visit Fuengirola is May, June and July, when average highs are 21–27°C and rainfall is around 10 mm a month.
At a glance
When to go to Fuengirola, season by season
December – February
Good15° / 12°C · 41 mm
Comfortable weather overall, with fewer visitors than peak season.
March – May
Good18° / 14°C · 51 mm
Comfortable weather overall, with fewer visitors than peak season.
June – August
Best time26° / 21°C · 2 mm
Pleasant temperatures and relatively little rain: the best window for sightseeing and time outdoors.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the best time to visit Fuengirola?
- For pleasant, fairly dry weather, go to Fuengirola in May, June and July. Average highs are then 21–27°C.
- Why is May a good time to visit Fuengirola?
- In May, Fuengirola averages 21°C by day and 16°C at night, with about 27 mm of rain and 38% cloud cover: warm enough to be outdoors without the peak heat or the wettest weather.
- What is the warmest month in Fuengirola?
- August is the warmest month in Fuengirola, with average highs of 27°C and lows of 23°C.
- What is the coldest month in Fuengirola?
- January is the coldest month in Fuengirola: average highs of 15°C, dropping to 11°C at night.
- When does it rain the most in Fuengirola?
- November is the wettest month in Fuengirola with about 88 mm of rain. The driest is July, with around 0 mm.
- When is the worst time to visit Fuengirola?
- November is the least reliable month in Fuengirola, with around 88 mm of rain. Bring a rain jacket and keep a flexible plan.
- Is the shoulder season a good time to visit Fuengirola?
- Yes. April sits just outside the best months for Fuengirola, with average highs of 18°C and about 57 mm of rain a month. Weather-wise, it is a good alternative to the peak months.
- How can I check the weather in Fuengirola before I travel?
- Compare the live forecast for Fuengirola from three independent weather services on WeatherCompare. When they agree, the forecast is more reliable.
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