Málaga in November: weather, sea and travel tips
Is November a good time to visit?
November in Málaga suits a city break by the sea without heat. Days average +20 °C and seasonal sea temperatures are +18 °C. Walks and museums are a better fit than a holiday centred on warm water.
Weather in November
Compare the three parts of November below and choose dates that suit your plans. Check the forecast closer to departure.
- Water
- +18 °C
- Daytime air
- +20 °C
- Night-time air
- +14 °C
Early, mid or late November?
| Travel dates | Day | Night | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–10 November | +22 °C | +15 °C | +19 °C |
| 11–20 November | +21 °C | +15 °C | +18 °C |
| 21–30 November | +18 °C | +12 °C | +17 °C |
Days with precipitation in November
Share of days with precipitation in the weather archive.
Water in November
Seasonal data gives an average water temperature of +18 °C for the month. It averages +19 °C in the first ten days and +17 °C towards the end. These are seasonal averages, so the water on your travel dates can be warmer or cooler. Before your trip, check the water temperature and weather in the forecast for Málaga.
Rainfall in November
In November, the average is 6 days with precipitation. In 2020–2025, the number ranged from 1 to 9 per month. Light precipitation is included in the count. This does not mean that it rains all day.
October, November or December: which should you choose?
| Month | Day | Night | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|
| October | +24 °C | +18 °C | +21 °C |
| November | +20 °C | +14 °C | +18 °C |
| December | +17 °C | +12 °C | +17 °C |
October has warmer days than November. The difference matters if you prefer warmth to cooler walking weather. November has warmer days than December. December offers cooler conditions for walks.
The annual charts for Málaga compare air and sea temperatures with the rest of the year. For a closer look at November, see the November charts and archive by year.
Things to do in November
- On a dry day, the Alcazaba offers a route through hilltop fortifications and a palace enclosure. It suits an interest in the city’s history and time outdoors.
- Muelle 1 offers a waterside walk through the port towards La Farola lighthouse. It is an option for time by the sea without a separate trip out of town.
- For rainy weather, the Picasso Museum in Buenavista Palace offers an indoor visit. Its collection explores different stages of his work, including Cubism and ceramics.
About the data
Air temperatures use the WorldWeatherAI archive for 2020–2025. Precipitation uses data for 2020–2025. Sea temperatures use WorldWeatherAI seasonal data.