Month guide · Málaga · Spain
Málaga in September
What September is really like in Málaga: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Fernando, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
September is one of the best months to visit Málaga. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 19°C (66°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 12.4 hours of daylight. Still hot with the warmest sea, but calmer than August; excellent for beaches.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 19°C (66°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 22°C (72°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in September
September is the 4th-warmest month in Málaga: days average 28°C (82°F) against a yearly average high of 23°C (73°F), and nights fall to about 19°C (66°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 30 days. Compared with August (31°C (88°F)), September is cooler; by October highs drop to around 24°C (75°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 08:00
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 20:26
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea
- 22°C (72°F)
Autumn (September–November). Warm sea in September, pleasant October days and the first rains in November, with prices falling.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 4 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: September is one of the pricier months.
Events in September
September has no major recurring festival in Málaga, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in September
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Religious site · Centro Histórico
Málaga Cathedral
Book the rooftop tour for late afternoon light, and look at the stump of the unfinished tower from Plaza del Obispo.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Architecture
- Views
- History
Waterfront · La Malagueta
Muelle Uno and the port promenade
The redeveloped port quays run from the Palmeral de las Sorpresas, a promenade of white pergolas and palms, to Muelle Uno, with shops, restaurants and terraces facing the yachts and cruise ships.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Couples
- After dark
- Outdoors
Beach · La Malagueta
La Malagueta beach
Take a photo at the big MALAGUETA letters, then walk east to the quieter La Caleta stretch.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Food
Garden · Northern Málaga
La Concepción Historical-Botanical Garden
A 19th-century estate garden on the northern edge of the city, with a romantic tropical woodland of palms, ficus and bamboo, a wisteria arbour, ponds and a viewpoint over the city.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Outdoors
- Off the beaten path
- Kids
The sea averages 22°C (72°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Málaga.
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 19°C and 2 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Málaga?
One of the best months to visit Málaga. The other best months are April–June and October. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Málaga?
It is one of the best months to visit Málaga. Still hot with the warmest sea, but calmer than August; excellent for beaches.
+How warm is Málaga in September?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 19°C (66°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Málaga in September?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.