October · Spain
Best time to visit Malaga in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Malaga in October
Average temperature 21°C, 77 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 69% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
8.0/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 77 mm
- Humidity
- 69%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
October in Malaga scores 8.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 21°C, 77 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Málaga layers Phoenician, Roman, and Moorish history under a working Mediterranean port, from the Alcazaba fortress to the Picasso Museum in the old center.
October in Malaga — reliably good (6th best month)
October averages 21°C (70°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rainfall runs 77 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.2 hours of daylight.
It scores 8/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 10/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? June scores 2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Malaga in October?
- In October, Malaga averages 21°C, 77 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.0/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Malaga?
- October earns a 8.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Malaga in October?
- Expect about 77 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 69% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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