October · Spain
Best time to visit Nerja in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nerja in October
Average temperature 22°C, 52 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 65% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
9.0/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 52 mm
- Humidity
- 65%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
October in Nerja scores 9.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 22°C, 52 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nerja's Balcón de Europa and cliff-backed coves make it the eastern Costa del Sol's calmest resort.
October in Nerja — one of the year's strongest windows (6th)
With 22°C (72°F) on average, October delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
Budget for roughly 52 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.2 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Nerja at 9/10 (6th of 12), just behind June at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nerja in October?
- In October, Nerja averages 22°C, 52 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.0/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Nerja?
- October earns a 9.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nerja in October?
- Expect about 52 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 65% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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