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Malaga in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Malaga in October and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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October

Weather in Malaga in October 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Fresh water
Weather for Malaga in October is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +72°F during the day, and approximately 15 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 8 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in October around 49 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+50°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
49 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
15 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Malaga has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Malaga in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Malaga for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in October is +73°F with a maximum of +79°F and a minimum of +57°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 58% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +77°F to +64°F.

Is Malaga warm or cold in October?

Malaga is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +77°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +68°F to +63°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Malaga:

Water temperature in Malaga in October

Water in Malaga in October is Fresh. It varies from +66°F to +72°F, with an average of +69°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +72°F.

In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Malaga are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +74°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +60°F.

Can you swim in Malaga in October?

Water temperature (+69°F) in Malaga in October might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Malaga in October

Malaga weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+77°F+72°F+64°F
Min. temperature
+57°F+50°F+45°F
Max. temperature
+95°F+93°F+82°F
Rainfall
20 mm49 mm66 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+71°F+69°F+65°F
Humidity
66%71%71%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1016 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
191513
Cloudy days
677
Rainy days
489
Snowy days
000

October typically has worse weather conditions compared to September. It’s getting colder in October. From +77°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +72°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 20 mm to 49 mm. Humidity rises from 66% to 71%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 19 sunny days in September to 15 in October.

November brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Malaga in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Malaga is gradually increasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Malaga based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 46 mm, with a 32% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 24 mm, which is considered light rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Malaga wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 30% chance of precipitation and 66 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Malaga?

This is the weather in Malaga in October 2023:
1 October
☀️
+77°F
2 October
☀️
+79°F
3 October
☀️
+77°F
4 October
☁️
+76°F
5 October
☀️
+76°F
6 October
☀️
+78°F
7 October
☀️
+79°F
8 October
☀️
+76°F
9 October
☁️
+75°F
10 October
☁️
+74°F
11 October
☀️
+75°F
12 October
☀️
+75°F
13 October
☀️
+76°F
14 October
☀️
+76°F
15 October
☀️
+74°F
16 October
☀️
+74°F
17 October
☀️
+76°F
18 October
☀️
+76°F
19 October
🌧️
+72°F
20 October
☀️
+69°F
21 October
☀️
+69°F
22 October
🌧️
+68°F
23 October
☀️
+66°F
24 October
☀️
+70°F
25 October
☁️
+73°F
26 October
☀️
+73°F
27 October
☀️
+71°F
28 October
☀️
+70°F
29 October
☀️
+68°F
30 October
🌧️
+69°F
31 October
🌧️
+65°F
In October 2023 Malaga had 23 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +79°F and a minimum of +64°F. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 48%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Malaga climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Malaga in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1993 (+67°F) and the highest in 2022 (+75°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 215 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1996 with 768 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Malaga in October:

Is October a good time to visit Malaga?

October is a really good time to go to Malaga. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Malaga.

Can you sunbathe in Malaga in October?

October has mild temperatures in Malaga. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Malaga in October?

In general, you can swim in Malaga in October, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +69°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Malaga rainy in October?

Malaga is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Malaga in October?

The amount of sunny days in Malaga during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Spain

Check out the weather for other cities in Spain.

Monthly weather in Malaga

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Malaga, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.