Weather by month for central Gibraltar, the best months to go and how Gibraltar's regions differ, scored from 10 years of climate data.
May, Jun, Jul, Aug
The highest month scores: comfortable temperatures, little rain and plenty of sun.
Highs 21°C to 27°C · 0–4 rain days
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec
Still good weather, just not quite the top months.
Highs 15°C to 25°C · 5–12 rain days
Weather by month
Average highs and lows, rain days, sunshine and our month score out of 10.
| Month | High / low | Rain days | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C / 10°C | 9 days (88 mm) | 7.9 h/day | 6.6/10 |
| February | 15°C / 11°C | 9 days (59 mm) | 8.8 h/day | 6.8/10 |
| March | 17°C / 11°C | 12 days (141 mm) | 9.2 h/day | 6.9/10 |
| April | 18°C / 13°C | 9 days (70 mm) | 10.9 h/day | 8.2/10 |
| Best month: May | 21°C / 15°C | 4 days (25 mm) | 12.3 h/day | 9.2/10 |
| Best month: June | 24°C / 18°C | 2 days (9 mm) | 13.1 h/day | 9.5/10 |
| Best month: July | 27°C / 20°C | 0 days (1 mm) | 12.8 h/day | 9.5/10 |
| Best month: August | 27°C / 21°C | 1 day (6 mm) | 12.4 h/day | 9.1/10 |
| September | 25°C / 19°C | 5 days (24 mm) | 10.9 h/day | 9.0/10 |
| October | 22°C / 17°C | 9 days (88 mm) | 9.1 h/day | 8.1/10 |
| November | 18°C / 13°C | 9 days (97 mm) | 8.4 h/day | 8.2/10 |
| December | 16°C / 12°C | 10 days (98 mm) | 7.8 h/day | 7.2/10 |
Figures for central Gibraltar; the country's best months are weighted across its cities. Best months are highlighted. How we score months
Month by month
15°C / 10°C · 9 rain days · 7.9 h sun
January is mild but damp. Highs reach 15°C and nights fall to about 9.8°C. Expect rain on around 9.3 days, with 88 mm in total. It scores 6.6, a 'good' verdict. It works well for walking and sightseeing, but it is not a beach month, so pack a waterproof layer.
15°C / 11°C · 9 rain days · 8.8 h sun
February has highs of 15.3°C and lows of 10.5°C. Rain falls on about 9.2 days, but the total is only 59 mm. That is the lowest rainfall from October to April. It scores 6.8, a 'good' verdict. This is a sensible winter choice if you want cool, quiet days out and about.
17°C / 11°C · 12 rain days · 9.2 h sun
March is the wettest month. It has 141 mm of rain over about 12.1 days, the most rain days of the year. Highs reach 16.6°C. It still scores 6.9, a 'good' verdict. If dry weather matters to you, skip March and wait for May, when rain drops to 25 mm.
18°C / 13°C · 9 rain days · 10.9 h sun
April is the first 'best' month, with a score of 8.2. Highs climb to 18.1°C and sunshine rises to about 10.9 hours a day. Showers are still common, though. Expect about 9 rain days and 70 mm of rain, so bring a light jacket.
21°C / 15°C · 4 rain days · 12.3 h sun
May is a strong choice, with a score of 9.2. Highs reach 21°C and nights sit around 15°C. Rain drops sharply to about 4.2 days and 25 mm. You also get about 12.3 hours of sunshine a day, which is good weather for the Rock's walking trails.
24°C / 18°C · 2 rain days · 13.1 h sun
June shares the top score of 9.5 with July. Highs reach 23.7°C, and it has the most sunshine of the year, at about 13.1 hours a day. Rain is rare, with about 2.4 days and 9 mm. It is warm but not yet at its hottest.
27°C / 20°C · 0 rain days · 12.8 h sun
July scores 9.5, level with June as the highest of the year. It is almost completely dry, with about 0.3 rain days and 1 mm of rain. Highs reach 26.9°C and nights stay warm at around 20°C. This is ideal for beach time, but plan hikes for the morning.
27°C / 21°C · 1 rain days · 12.4 h sun
August is the hottest month. Highs reach 27.2°C and nights stay at about 20.8°C. Rain is still rare, with about 1.4 days and 6 mm. It scores 9.1, a 'best' verdict. Warm nights can feel sticky, so choose shade and early starts for walks.
25°C / 19°C · 5 rain days · 10.9 h sun
September scores 9, a 'best' verdict. Highs are still warm at 24.7°C, with about 10.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain starts to return, with about 5.2 days and 24 mm. It is a good balance of summer warmth and slightly cooler days for walking.
22°C / 17°C · 9 rain days · 9.1 h sun
October still counts as 'best', with a score of 8.1. Highs are a pleasant 21.6°C. Rain comes back clearly, though. Expect about 9.3 rain days and 88 mm, with sunshine falling to about 9.1 hours a day. Plan some indoor options for the wet days.
18°C / 13°C · 9 rain days · 8.4 h sun
November scores 8.2, a 'best' verdict, and highs are a mild 18.2°C. Be honest with yourself about the rain, though. It falls on about 9.2 days and totals 97 mm. This month suits sightseeing more than beach days, and a waterproof is essential.
16°C / 12°C · 10 rain days · 7.8 h sun
December has the least sunshine, at about 7.8 hours a day. It also has around 9.5 rain days and 98 mm of rain. Highs still reach 16.3°C, which is mild for winter. It scores 7.2, a 'good' verdict. It is fine for a short city break, but not for sun.
By trip type
City sightseeing
May to August suit city trips best. Highs rise from 21°C in May to 27.2°C in August. Each of these months has only 0.3 to 4.2 rain days and at least 12.3 hours of sun a day.
Hiking & nature
May, June and September are the most comfortable months for hiking, with highs of 21°C to 24.7°C and 2.4 to 5.2 rain days. July is the driest month, with 0.3 rain days, but highs reach 26.9°C, so start early.
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FAQ
June and July are the best months, both scoring 9.5 out of 10. June has highs of 23.7°C, 2.4 rain days and 13.1 hours of sun a day, the most of the year. July is warmer at 26.9°C and almost dry, with 0.3 rain days and 1 mm of rain. May and August are also top months.
March is fine for sightseeing, but it is the wettest month, so bring a rain jacket. Across 2015–2024 it averaged 141 mm of rain over 12.1 rain days, more than any other month. Highs are a mild 16.6°C and you get about 9.2 hours of sun a day. It scores 6.9 out of 10. April is drier, with 70 mm, and scores 8.2.
Yes, if you want a mild city break, but it is not beach weather. January scores 6.6 out of 10, the lowest of the year. Highs are 15°C and lows 9.8°C. Expect 88 mm of rain over 9.3 rain days and about 7.9 hours of sun a day. February is a little drier, with 59 mm.
Yes, October is still a good month, scoring 8.1 out of 10. Days stay warm at 21.6°C and nights mild at 16.8°C. The rain does return, though: 88 mm over 9.3 rain days, up from 24 mm in September. If you want dry weather, go in September instead, which scores 9.
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