Alicante · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonSpain · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 17° (63°)11– (52–)23 (73) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)12– (54–)26 (79) | 21° (70°)16– (61–)27 (81) | 25° (77°)19– (66–)30 (86) | 28° (82°)23– (73–)33 (91) | 31° (88°)27– (81–)36 (97) | 31° (88°)27– (81–)36 (97) | 29° (84°)24– (75–)33 (91) | 25° (77°)20– (68–)31 (88) | 21° (70°)14– (57–)25 (77) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)23 (73) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 7° (45°)1– (34–)14 (57) | 8° (46°)3– (37–)13 (55) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)16 (61) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)22 (72) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)25 (77) | 23° (73°)19– (66–)25 (77) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)24 (75) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)17 (63) | 8° (46°)2– (36–)14 (57) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 4 | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 9 | 11h UV 9 | 11h UV 9 | 10h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 |
🌊Water Temp | 15° (59°) | 15° (59°) | 15° (59°) | 17° (63°) | 19° (66°) | 23° (73°) | 26° (79°) | 27° (81°) | 26° (79°) | 23° (73°) | 19° (66°) | 16° (61°) |
🌧Rain Days | 2d29mm (1.2") | 1d11mm (0.4") | 3d42mm (1.6") | 4d39mm (1.5") | 2d27mm (1.1") | 2d11mm (0.4") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 1d17mm (0.7") | 3d55mm (2.2") | 3d42mm (1.7") | 3d53mm (2.1") | 2d26mm (1.0") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is one of the best months to visit Alicante — with 10 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 31°C (88°F).
Daytime highs average 31°C (88°F), cooling to 23°C (73°F) at night (daily average: 27°C (81°F)). Peaks reach around 36°C (97°F), the coldest nights around 19°C (66°F). With 10 sunshine hours per day, August is one of the sunniest months — 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain over 1 day. The water is a warm 27°C (81°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in August are ideal.
High summer: 28 to 31°C (82 to 88°F), practically rain-free, the Mediterranean at 25 to 27°C (77 to 81°F). Postiguet beach in the middle of town is packed; it is quieter on the island of Tabarca or further south towards Santa Pola.
Packing list for Alicante in August
- Light summer clothes
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Alicante?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Alicante (Climate Score: 90/100). Pleasant temperatures (31°C (88°F)), good sunshine (10 h/day), and few rain days (1) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Alicante in August?
- In August, Alicante sees daily highs of 31°C (88°F). Nights cool to 23°C (73°F), with a daily average of 27°C (81°F). Peaks reach around 36°C (97°F), the coldest nights around 19°C (66°F).
- How much rain falls in Alicante in August?
- In August, Alicante receives an average of 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain over 1 rain day. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Alicante get in August?
- Alicante averages 10 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Alicante in August?
- Water temperature in Alicante in August averages 27°C (81°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
