Málaga · January
Low seasonSpain · Europe
Max Temp
17°C
Min Temp
8°C
Sunshine
6.5 h/day
Rain Days
4 days
Rainfall
49.5 mm
Humidity
69%
Avg Temp
12.4°C
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
January in Málaga at 17°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, July, August, September, and October.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 17°C, cooling to 8°C at night (daily average: 12°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 50 mm total.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Málaga im milden Winter: Das Picasso-Museum, die Alcazaba und die Calle Larios ohne Gedränge. Kaffee mit Mollete in einem Bar im alten Zentrum — das echte Málaga, das Residenten kennen.
Packing list for Málaga in January
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Pullover oder Fleece
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Málaga?
- January is not an optimal month for Málaga (Score: 55/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in Málaga in January?
- In January, Málaga sees daily highs of 17°C. Nights cool to 8°C, with a daily average of 12°C.
- How much rain falls in Málaga in January?
- In January, Málaga receives an average of 50 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Málaga get in January?
- Málaga averages 7 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.