October 21 is generally a great time to visit Malaga. While there is a slight chance of rain (21%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 23°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Malaga right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Malaga
Currency
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Language
Spanish
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
Malaga Weather Forecast for October 21
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 22.6°C. 21% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Malaga in October
Based on historical data for October 21, Malaga typically experiences temperatures between 16.6°C and 22.6°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (21% 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
22.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
16.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
21%
Avg 1.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
59%
Overcast
Pressure
1016.6 hPa
Medium volatility
Malaga Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 95% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 57 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 86 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 143 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
17.9°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
High
90/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~374
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Malaga
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:31
☀️ Noon
13:03
🌇 Sunset
18:35
⏱️ Daylight
11h 4m
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Malaga
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
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 October 21 averages 22.6°C with a 21% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 98/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Malaga Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
October 14
23.5°C • 14% rain
Score
100
October 15
23.3°C • 12% rain
Score
100
October 16
23.1°C • 13% rain
Score
100
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Malaga Worth Visiting on October 21?
Planning a trip to Malaga on October 21? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 22.6°C with a 21% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 374 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 19.7°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.54m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 21 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 29.1°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 12°C in 2019.