Beach Weather in Benalmadena, Costa del Sol, Spain

BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES
Best
Best
Best
Best
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Sea
17°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
17°
 
Sea
18°
 
Sea
21°
Swim
Sea
23°
Swim
Sea
23°
Swim
Sea
21°
Swim
Sea
19°
Swim
Sea
18°
 
Sea
17°
 
BEACH WEATHER FORECAST
Thu 7th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 14° 15° 16° 16° 16°
100% 91% 84% 58% 61% 23% 41% 23%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Fri 8th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 15° 15° 17° 18° 15° 14°
59% 10% 92% 14% 9% 30% 8% 45%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sat 9th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 13° 13° 17° 18° 17° 15°
16% 17% 7% 4% 3% 1% 0% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sun 10th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 14° 17° 18° 16° 15°
3% 9% 6% 0% 2% 0% 0% 14%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Mon 11th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 15° 18° 19° 17° 17°
3% 3% 4% 4% 5% 100% 100% 32%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Tue 12th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 16° 16° 17° 19° 20° 19° 17°
100% 94% 100% 100% 72% 23% 2% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Wed 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 15° 18° 19° 18° 16°
0% 3% 36% 17% 0% 6% 9% 7%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Thu 7th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
3
kmh
3
kmh
2
kmh
4
kmh
8
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.4m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.4m
0.9m
4.4s 4.4s 4.5s 4.7s 4.7s 4.7s 4.6s 2.7s
Fri 8th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
12
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
23
kmh
30
kmh
22
kmh
17
kmh
0.5m
0.7m
0.8m
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
0.8m
0.7m
3.8s 4.9s 4.9s 5.0s 5.2s 4.9s 4.9s 4.8s
Sat 9th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
21
kmh
28
kmh
22
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
15
kmh
19
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
1.2m
0.9m
0.4m
0.2m
0.6m
0.7m
4.5s 4.1s 3.7s 3.9s 3.5s 12.6s 2.9s 3.2s
Sun 10th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
3.4s 3.4s 3.2s 11.9s 11.8s 11.8s 2.5s 2.4s
Mon 11th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
8
kmh
9
kmh
7
kmh
0.1m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.2m
0.1m
2.3s 15.2s 14.7s 14.4s 14.2s 13.8s 13.5s 13.4s
Tue 12th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
6
kmh
7
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
18
kmh
0.1m
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
13.3s 2.5s 3.0s 3.3s 3.5s 3.5s 4.0s 4.4s
Wed 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
19
kmh
19
kmh
20
kmh
21
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.9m
1.1m
1.0m
0.8m
4.5s 4.4s 4.5s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 5.0s 5.2s
Thu 7th December
4:40 AM 10:27 AM 5:17 PM 11:00 PM
0.30 0.50 0.20 0.50
Fri 8th December
5:30 AM 11:19 AM 6:01 PM 11:54 PM
0.20 0.50 0.20 0.50
Sat 9th December
6:13 AM 12:06 PM 6:40 PM
0.20 0.50 0.20
Sun 10th December
12:40 AM 6:51 AM 12:49 PM 7:17 PM
0.50 0.20 0.60 0.10
Mon 11th December
1:23 AM 7:29 AM 1:32 PM 7:54 PM
0.50 0.20 0.60 0.10
Tue 12th December
2:05 AM 8:06 AM 2:14 PM 8:32 PM
0.60 0.20 0.60 0.10
Wed 13th December
2:48 AM 8:45 AM 2:57 PM 9:11 PM
0.60 0.10 0.60 0.10
Thu 7th December
16°
0.0mm
4kmh SSW
60%
Fri 8th December
18°
0.1mm
15kmh NW
33%
Sat 9th December
18°
0.0mm
13kmh NW
6%
Sun 10th December
18°
0.0mm
6kmh ENE
4%
Mon 11th December
19°
0.0mm
4kmh SW
31%
Tue 12th December
20°
0.0mm
8kmh WNW
61%
Wed 13th December
20°
0.0mm
12kmh NW
9%
Thu 14th December
17°
0.0mm
19kmh NNW
1%
Fri 15th December
14°
0.0mm
14kmh E
4%
Sat 16th December
13°
0.0mm
7kmh ENE
9%
Sun 17th December
13°
0.2mm
24kmh ESE
73%
Mon 18th December
14°
0.6mm
30kmh ESE
54%
Tue 19th December
15°
0.0mm
20kmh ESE
76%
Wed 20th December
16°
0.0mm
11kmh WNW
7%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 17° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 3 days of very light rain with an average of 0.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 31%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Benalmadena don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Benalmadena, Costa del Sol, Malaga Province, Andalusia, Spain

A holiday at the beach in Benalmadena, located along the Costa del Sol in Malaga Province, Andalusia, Spain, promises a wonderful escape to sun, sea, and sand. This popular tourist destination offers a variety of beaches with different types of sand and varying amenities. Visitors can enjoy a range of activities while staying in comfortable accommodations close to the beach.

Beach Type

The beaches in Benalmadena vary from powdery white sand to coarse sand and even pebbles or rocks. Some of the most popular beaches in the area include:

  • Playa Santa Ana: This beach features fine golden sand and is one of the most visited beaches in Benalmadena. It's perfect for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Playa Carvajal: With coarse golden sand and pebbles, this beach is ideal for those who prefer a less crowded atmosphere.
  • Playa Arroyo de la Miel: This small cove-like beach has dark coarse sand mixed with pebbles and rocks.

Snorkeling and diving enthusiasts will find more interesting underwater landscapes at rocky beaches or those with nearby reefs, as these attract more marine life.

Beach Activities

Benalmadena offers several activities suitable for all age groups:

  • Watersports: Popular activities such as jet skiing, parasailing, and paddleboarding are widely available on most beaches.
  • Boat Tours: Visitors can take boat tours along the coast or go on dolphin-watching excursions.
  • Diving & Snorkeling: The rocky areas around Playa Arroyo de la Miel provide an opportunity to explore underwater life.
  • Beach Volleyball & Football: Many beaches have designated areas for these sports.

Accommodations

There are several hotels and resorts near the beachfront offering stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea:

  1. Hotel Best Triton
  2. Sunset Beach Club
  3. Hotel Las Arenas
  4. Hotel Ibersol Alay
  5. MedPlaya Hotel Bali

These accommodations provide a range of amenities including pools, restaurants, and access to nearby beaches.

Areas to Stay In

Benalmadena has several areas that offer convenient access to the beach:

  • Arroyo de la Miel: This bustling town center is close to the beach and has numerous restaurants, shops, and nightlife.
  • Benalmadena Costa: This area is located right along the coast, offering easy access to the beaches and marina.
  • Torrequebrada: A quieter residential area with close proximity to some of the less crowded beaches.

Beach Amenities

The beaches in Benalmadena are well-equipped with various amenities for visitors:

  • Sunbeds and umbrellas for rent
  • Public restrooms and showers
  • Beach bars (chiringuitos) offering food and drinks
  • Lifeguard stations during peak season
  • Watersport equipment rental services

With its beautiful coastline, variety of beach types, numerous activities, and comfortable accommodations, a holiday at Benalmadena's beaches promises a memorable experience for all visitors.

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