Best time to visit Benidorm
Re-score for me — drag the dial — every chart recolours live for your heat & sea limits 27°C · sea 29°C
Default 27 °C is the upper edge of the Holiday Climate Index "ideal comfort" band (Scott, Rutty, Amelung & Tang, 2016). Above this, most warm-tourism travellers report measurable discomfort.
Default 29 °C is the Beach Climate Index "bathtub" line (Morgan et al.) — where the sea stops being refreshing and starts feeling like a warm bath.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
How is this scored? HCI / Steadman / CCI gate — full methodology and citations below.
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Tours in Benidorm
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Guadalest and Altea Day Trip from Alicante or Benidorm - 2
Entrance to the Motor Museum - 3
Benidorm Palace - 4
Sail in Denia and Javea - 5
Uncharted Caves & Snorkelling Heaven: Cala Granadella Kayak Tour - 6
Moraira: Kayak, Sea Cave & Snorkel Coastal Tour - 7
Kayak excursion in Jávea, Cala Granadella (Snorkeling) Caló, llop marí, ambolo - 8
From Albir, Benidorm & Calpe: Guadalest & Algar Falls day trip - 9
Cova dels Orguens: Cave Exploring Kayak & Snorkel Tour in Javea - 10
From Alicante/Benidorm: Guadalest & Algar Waterfalls Tour - 11
Terra Mitica Benidorm 1-Day Theme Park Admission Ticket - 12
Kayak and snorkel excursion to Cova Tallada - 13
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar - 14
From Albir & Benidorm: Guadalest Village day trip - 15
From Albir, Benidorm & Calpe: Valencia City day trip - 16
Route in Kayak Moraira - 17
Aqualandia Benidorm 1 Day Water Park Admission Ticket - 18
Kayak Route Through Villajoyosa Coves from Alicante - 19
Guided mountain bike route - "Pata Negra" Tour - 20
Kayak And Snorkel Excursion in Jávea. Portitxol - Granadella - 21
The Award-Winning Private Food Tour of Denia: 6 or 10 Tastings - 22
Kayak route through Cala Granadella - 23
Algar Waterfalls from Alicante & Benidorm (small friendly group) - 24
Guadalest and Chocolate Museum from Alicante Small Group Tour - 25
Terra Natura and Aqua Natura Combined Ticket (1 day, 2 Parks) - 26
Benidorm Bike Tour with Hotel Pick up - 27
Sailing trip and swim in the bay of Dénia on a catamaran - 28
Costa Blanca Full-Day Off Road Tour - 29
Bridge Jumping Experience in Mascarat, Altea - 30
Kayak guided tour from Moraira
Last refreshed 2026-10-24.
Similar climatesAlicante98% · Ibiza96% · Valencia95%
Other destinations with the most-alike year-round climate to Benidorm (apparent temperature, rain hours, sunshine — matched within the same trip-profile). The ±N chip compares each match's typical score for the current month against Benidorm's. Based on the 2020-2024 climatology, not this year's actual weather.
Month-by-month
| Month | Temp °C | Feels °C | Rain days | Rain h | Rain h/day | Humidity | Wind km/h | Sun h | UV | Interest | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 9–16 | 13 | 4 | 45 | 11.3 | 58% | 16 | 197 | 2 | Moderate | 9 |
| Feb | 10–17 | 15 | 3 | 27 | 9.0 | 58% | 16 | 193 | 3 | Quiet | 9 |
| Mar | 12–18 | 16 | 10 | 116 | 11.6 | 61% | 20 | 214 | 4 | Quiet | 8 |
| Apr | 13–19 | 18 | 7 | 78 | 11.1 | 61% | 17 | 238 | 6 | Moderate | 9 |
| May | 16–23 | 22 | 5 | 54 | 10.8 | 59% | 17 | 289 | 7 | Moderate | 10 |
| Jun | 20–26 | 27 | 3 | 24 | 8.0 | 59% | 16 | 298 | 8 | Busy | 10 |
| Jul | 23–30 | 32 | 1 | 12 | 12.0 | 55% | 16 | 318 | 9 | Peak | 7 |
| Aug | 24–31 | 33 | 2 | 21 | 10.5 | 55% | 16 | 288 | 8 | Peak | 6 |
| Sep | 21–27 | 28 | 6 | 49 | 8.2 | 58% | 16 | 244 | 6 | Moderate | 9 |
| Oct | 17–24 | 24 | 5 | 46 | 9.2 | 56% | 16 | 225 | 4 | Quiet | 10 |
| Nov | 14–20 | 19 | 5 | 48 | 9.6 | 59% | 15 | 191 | 3 | Quiet | 9 |
| Dec | 11–17 | 16 | 3 | 29 | 9.7 | 58% | 15 | 189 | 2 | Quiet | 9 |
UV Index in Benidorm by Month
UV index in Benidorm peaks at 9 (very high) in July, dropping to 2 (low) in December. June, July reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
Best months in detail
June
10/1020–26°C · 3 rain days (24h) · 298 sun hours · 59% humidity · Busy crowd · UV 8 (very high)
October
10/1017–24°C · 5 rain days (46h) · 225 sun hours · 56% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 4 (moderate)
May
10/1016–23°C · 5 rain days (54h) · 289 sun hours · 59% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 7 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 8 (very high)
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January
9/109–16°C (feels 13°C) · 4 rain days (45h) · 197 sun hours · 58% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 2 (low)
February
9/1010–17°C (feels 15°C) · 3 rain days (27h) · 193 sun hours · 58% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 3 (moderate)
March
8/1012–18°C (feels 16°C) · 10 rain days (116h) · 214 sun hours · 61% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 4 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 6 (high)
April
9/1013–19°C (feels 18°C) · 7 rain days (78h) · 238 sun hours · 61% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 6 (high)
July
7/1023–30°C (feels 32°C) · 1 rain days (12h) · 318 sun hours · 55% humidity · Peak crowd · UV 9 (very high)
August
6/1024–31°C (feels 33°C) · 2 rain days (21h) · 288 sun hours · 55% humidity · Peak crowd · UV 8 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 9 (very high)
September
9/1021–27°C (feels 28°C) · 6 rain days (49h) · 244 sun hours · 58% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 6 (high)
November
9/1014–20°C (feels 19°C) · 5 rain days (48h) · 191 sun hours · 59% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 3 (low) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 3 (moderate)
December
9/1011–17°C (feels 16°C) · 3 rain days (29h) · 189 sun hours · 58% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 2 (low)
Frequently asked questions about visiting Benidorm
When is the best time to visit Benidorm?
June is the highest-scoring month (10/10 on the Holiday Climate Index). Typical conditions: 20–26°C (3 rainy days). The top three months by score are June, October, May.
What is the worst time to visit Benidorm?
August is the lowest-scoring month (6/10, capped by extreme heat). Typical conditions: 24–31°C (2 rainy days).
Is Benidorm too hot in summer?
2 months (July, August) trip the heat deal-breaker in our scoring: apparent temperature crosses the comfort cap, so even with clear skies and low rain the score is held down. Plan around it if heat tolerance is low.
When are crowds lowest in Benidorm?
Search-interest seasonality (Google Trends 2021-2025) is lowest in December and peaks in August. Interest tracks both in-trip visitors and lead-time planners, so treat it as a "destination is on people's minds" signal rather than literal arrivals.
Which months in Benidorm have good weather but fewer tourists?
October (climate 10/10, crowd index 32) and February (climate 9/10, crowd index 28) — shoulder months with above-average climate and below-median search-interest. Often the best value-for-weather trade.
What is the UV index in Benidorm by month?
UV peaks at 9 (very high) in July and is lowest in December at 2 (low). Monthly peak values: Jan 2, Feb 3, Mar 4, Apr 6, May 7, Jun 8, Jul 9, Aug 8, Sep 6, Oct 4, Nov 3, Dec 2. June, July reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
What is the UV index in Benidorm in July?
July is the peak UV month in Benidorm, with a daily-peak UV index of 9 (very high). At this level, sunburn can occur in under 20 minutes on unprotected fair skin. Apply SPF 50+, wear protective clothing and a hat, and avoid direct midday sun (11:00–17:00).
How high can UV get in Benidorm on the sunniest days?
Most days look like the monthly average, but on the sunniest ~1 in 10 days UV climbs higher than the mean suggests. August is the worst case: typical days average UV 8 (high), but the top 10% of days reach UV 9 (very high) — and even higher. Months where the sunniest days routinely exceed the typical reading: March, May, August, November. Plan sun protection for the worst case, not the average.