Monthly climate guide
Benalmádena weather in December
Expect mild weather in Benalmádena in December: afternoons reach about 16°C (61°F), while nights drop to around 13°C (55°F). Around 32 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- Good walking weather for combining Benalmádena Cable Car and Puerto Marina in one day.
- In Benalmádena, December is early winter.
- Days and nights are close, only about 3°C apart.
- December is among Benalmádena's three coolest months.
Avg high
16°C
61°F
Avg low
13°C
55°F
Rainfall
32 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
77%
relative
Sky
58%
cloud · often cloudy
Benalmádena weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C / 59°F | 11°C / 53°F | 49 mm | 76% | 57% |
| February | 15°C / 59°F | 11°C / 52°F | 41 mm | 74% | 51% |
| March | 16°C / 61°F | 12°C / 54°F | 69 mm | 75% | 52% |
| April | 18°C / 64°F | 14°C / 57°F | 57 mm | 76% | 54% |
| May | 21°C / 69°F | 16°C / 61°F | 27 mm | 73% | 38% |
| June | 24°C / 75°F | 19°C / 66°F | 3 mm | 69% | 22% |
| July | 27°C / 80°F | 22°C / 71°F | 0 mm | 67% | 16% |
| August | 27°C / 81°F | 23°C / 73°F | 3 mm | 69% | 22% |
| September | 25°C / 76°F | 21°C / 69°F | 31 mm | 75% | 34% |
| October | 22°C / 71°F | 18°C / 65°F | 56 mm | 77% | 44% |
| November | 18°C / 64°F | 14°C / 58°F | 88 mm | 77% | 58% |
| December | 16°C / 61°F | 13°C / 55°F | 32 mm | 77% | 58% |
What to pack for December
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
Is December a good time to visit Benalmádena?
Our Benalmádena guide recommends: April–June and September–October for warm weather without the peak-summer heat.
The cable car closes when it's windy, so check it's running before you go.
Best time to visit Benalmádena →Other Spain cities in December
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Benalmádena in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Benalmádena?
December is a reasonable time for Benalmádena: highs around 16°C and about 32 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Benalmádena in December?
Average highs are about 16°C (61°F) and average lows about 13°C (55°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Benalmádena in December?
Benalmádena typically gets around 32 mm of rain in December — fairly dry.
When is the best time to visit Benalmádena?
April–June and September–October for warm weather without the peak-summer heat.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Benalmádena (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.