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Malaga in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Malaga in February will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Malaga, based on historical data.
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February

Weather in Malaga in February 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Cold water
Planning a trip to Malaga in February? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +15°C and approximately 12 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 8 rainy days and 42 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+15°C
Avg. max. temperature
+3°C
Min.
+25°C
Max.
42 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Malaga has good weather in February.

Average temperature in Malaga in February

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

Going from a maximum of +21°C during the day to a minimum of +4°C during the night, the temperature in February averages around +17°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 12% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +15°C to +17°C.

Is Malaga warm or cold in February?

Malaga is typically mild in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +15°C to +15°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +10°C to +11°C.

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

February is one of the coolest months in Malaga, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Malaga in February

Water in Malaga in February is Cold. It varies from +15°C to +17°C, with an average of +16°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +15°C.

The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Malaga are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +23°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +16°C.

Can you swim in Malaga in February?

We would not recommend swimming in Malaga in February, the water is very cold (+16°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Malaga in February

Malaga weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+15°C+15°C+17°C
Min. temperature
+2°C+3°C+4°C
Max. temperature
+25°C+25°C+27°C
Rainfall
56 mm42 mm46 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+16°C+16°C+16°C
Humidity
70%69%68%
Air pressure
1021 HPa1019 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
141214
Cloudy days
778
Rainy days
988
Snowy days
000

February weather is still as good as in January. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +15°C for average maximum temperature during the day. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 56 mm to 42 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 70% to 69%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 14 sunny days in January to 12 in February.

March brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 13 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Malaga is gradually increasing during February, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Malaga based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 11% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 46 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 23 mm, which is considered light rain. Malaga is amazing in February with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how February 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 February in Malaga?

This is the weather in Malaga in February 2023:
1 February
☀️
+15°C
2 February
☀️
+15°C
3 February
☀️
+16°C
4 February
☀️
+18°C
5 February
☀️
+16°C
6 February
☀️
+16°C
7 February
🌧️
+14°C
8 February
🌧️
+14°C
9 February
☁️
+15°C
10 February
☁️
+14°C
11 February
☀️
+15°C
12 February
☀️
+17°C
13 February
☀️
+17°C
14 February
☀️
+17°C
15 February
☀️
+17°C
16 February
☀️
+18°C
17 February
☁️
+16°C
18 February
☀️
+18°C
19 February
☀️
+18°C
20 February
☀️
+19°C
21 February
☀️
+18°C
22 February
☀️
+21°C
23 February
☀️
+20°C
24 February
☀️
+16°C
25 February
🌧️
+16°C
26 February
🌧️
+17°C
27 February
☀️
+17°C
28 February
☀️
+17°C
In February 2023 Malaga had 21 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +17°C, with an absolute maximum of +21°C and a minimum of +14°C. The average humidity was 66%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 22%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Malaga climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1993 (+19°C) and the highest in 2022 (+24°C). 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 February:

Is February a good time to visit Malaga?

February 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 February?

February 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 February?

Swimming in Malaga in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Malaga rainy in February?

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

Is it sunny in Malaga in February?

The amount of sunny days in Malaga during February 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.