August 18 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Malaga. With minimal rain risk (1%) and pleasant highs of 30°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. As it's peak season for Malaga, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Malaga
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Language
Spanish
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
Malaga Weather Forecast for August 18
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 30.2°C. 1% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Malaga in August
Based on historical data for August 18, Malaga typically experiences temperatures between 22.8°C and 30.2°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (1% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Malaga
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
30.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
22.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
33.2°C
🔥 Feels warmer
Rain Chance
1%
Avg 0mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
17%
Clear sky
Pressure
1014.7 hPa
Low volatility
Malaga Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 93% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 13 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 20 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 33 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
21.6°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Index
33.2°C
Feels hotter
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Early morning (6-9 AM) or evening (after 6 PM)
Marine Conditions
Jellyfish Warning
High water temps may attract jellyfish swarms.
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~414
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Malaga
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:38
☀️ Noon
13:23
🌇 Sunset
20:07
⏱️ Daylight
13h 28m
Wind Speed
11.3 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
12.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
60%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Malaga
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Malaga on August 18 averages 30.2°C with a 1% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Malaga Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Malaga Worth Visiting on August 18?
Planning a trip to Malaga on August 18? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 30.2°C with a 1% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 414 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Spain, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 26.7°C (tropical bath). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.41m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 18 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 38.2°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 22.7°C in 2023.