SpainThe climate of Alicante
The current climate in Alicante features temperatures ranging from a high of 32°C to a low of 18°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 25°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 7°C and in the warmer months around 23°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Alicante, Spain.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Alicante in recent years was 42°C in August 2022. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 8°C in January 2017.
Rainfall amount
On average, Alicante receives 310 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
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Best time to visit Alicante?
The best time to visit Alicante for sunny weather is January through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Alicante.
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Climate Table of Alicante
The climate table of Alicante shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 18 | 18 | 20 | 22 | 25 | 29 | 32 | 32 | 29 | 26 | 21 | 19 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 8 | 8 | 10 | 13 | 16 | 20 | 23 | 23 | 21 | 16 | 12 | 9 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 34 | 7,5 | 47 | 37 | 25 | 10 | 3,6 | 16 | 43 | 31 | 28 | 27 |
| UV Index | 4 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 4 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Alicante, Spain. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Alicante
Yearly Temperature in Alicante
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Alicante, Spain. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Alicante
Total Yearly Precipitation in Alicante
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Alicante, Spain. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Alicante
Weather experiences in Alicante
The weather in Alicante is rated an average of 4,3 out of 5 stars by 7 visitors. Have you been to Alicante? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Anouk Dros
Although the weather was not very warm, it was always dry and sunny, with temperatures dropping below 20 degrees. Ideal for a relaxing outdoor vacation.
Laurens RosenboomFebruary in Alicante was pleasant, with moderate temperatures around 15 degrees during the day. The sun shone often, interrupted only by occasional downpours. Ideal for quiet vacation days!
MariusApril in Alicante was a real vacation: sunny days, warm weather and a light sea breeze. Ideal for relaxing on the beach, but sometimes it gets too hot during the day. Make sure your room has air conditioning!
EmielBright, sunny days with clear blue skies are ideal for relaxing on the beach. Not a drop of rain and wonderfully warm evenings. Sunglasses are a must!
PienThe temperature was perfect for a coastal vacation. There were days with some clouds and sporadic showers, but they never lasted long.
JoelleSometimes there was a brief shower, but nothing spoiled the rest.
Rosalie BraamOctober in Alicante brings pleasant temperatures and lots of sunshine, perfect for relaxing on the beach. However, there were several rainy days. Overall, very good.
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Average weather in Alicante by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Alicante. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.