August · Spain
Best time to visit Tarifa in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Tarifa in August
Average temperature 25°C, 3 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
9.9/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 3 mm
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Tarifa scores 9.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 25°C, 3 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Tarifa is Europe's southernmost town, on the Strait of Gibraltar, with strong winds and long beaches.
August ranks 2nd of 12 for Tarifa — one of the best windows
With 25°C (78°F) on average, August delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
At just 3 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.5 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Tarifa at 9.9/10 (2nd of 12), just behind July at 9.9/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Tarifa in August?
- In August, Tarifa averages 25°C, 3 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Tarifa?
- August earns a 9.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Tarifa in August?
- Expect about 3 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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