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Spain·🌊 Coastal

On the Spanish Mediterranean coast in the Valencia region, Alicante impresses with the Santa Bárbara castle above the city, the lively Esplanade, and the Barrio de Santa Cruz. The port city offers excellent rice dishes and mild winter climate.

What awaits you

BeachCity tripMuseumsLocal cuisineWalkableBy the sea

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Best time to visit

July–August: up to 31°C with 13h of sunshine per day.

In June–September, water temperatures reach a pleasant 29°C — perfect for swimming.

Insider tip: February, November, December — a pleasant 22°C with fewer visitors.

Mild year-round: even in winter 17°C.

Max. temperature
17°
Jan
17°
Feb
19°
Mar
20°
Apr
23°
May
27°
Jun
30°
Jul
31°
Aug
28°
Sep
25°
Oct
22°
Nov
18°
Dec
Water temperature
15°
Jan
14°
Feb
15°
Mar
18°
Apr
21°
May
25°
Jun
28°
Jul
29°
Aug
27°
Sep
23°
Oct
18°
Nov
16°
Dec
Sunshine hours
8h
Jan
9h
Feb
9h
Mar
11h
Apr
12h
May
13h
Jun
13h
Jul
12h
Aug
10h
Sep
9h
Oct
8h
Nov
8h
Dec
Rain days
2d
Jan
3d
Feb
9d
Mar
4d
Apr
5d
May
2d
Jun
1d
Jul
2d
Aug
7d
Sep
4d
Oct
1d
Nov
3d
Dec

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Alicante as a Vacation Destination

Alicante is an excellent choice for beach holidays, city breaks. Its coastal location offers direct access to the sea and plenty of water activities. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 31°C.

The center is easily walkable — a car is rarely needed. The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, excellent local cuisine. The best months for swimming are June, July, August, September with water temperatures up to 29°C.

Good to know

Price level
€€
Local languages
CA, ES