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Costa del Sol

Spain·🌊 Coastal

On the southern Mediterranean coast of Andalusia, The Costa del Sol between Málaga and Gibraltar offers over 300 sunny days a year, golden beaches, and vibrant nightlife. Marbella and Torremolinos are the best-known resorts.

What awaits you

BeachCampingLocal cuisineBy the sea

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Best time to visit

July–August: up to 35°C with 13h of sunshine per day.

In June–September, water temperatures reach a pleasant 24°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
23°
Apr
26°
May
31°
Jun
35°
Jul
35°
Aug
30°
Sep
26°
Oct
22°
Nov
18°
Dec
Water temperature
16°
Jan
15°
Feb
16°
Mar
18°
Apr
19°
May
21°
Jun
23°
Jul
24°
Aug
24°
Sep
20°
Oct
18°
Nov
17°
Dec
Sunshine hours
8h
Jan
8h
Feb
8h
Mar
11h
Apr
12h
May
13h
Jun
13h
Jul
12h
Aug
11h
Sep
9h
Oct
8h
Nov
7h
Dec
Rain days
8d
Jan
7d
Feb
12d
Mar
5d
Apr
4d
May
3d
Jun
0d
Jul
1d
Aug
5d
Sep
9d
Oct
6d
Nov
9d
Dec

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Costa del Sol as a Vacation Destination

Costa del Sol is an excellent choice for beach holidays, camping holidays. 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 35°C.

A rental car is recommended for exploring the surrounding area. Campers will find pitches for both tents and caravans.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: excellent local cuisine. The best months for swimming are June, July, August, September with water temperatures up to 24°C.

Good to know

Price level
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Local languages
ES
Camping
Tent & caravan