Rota, Spain experiences average highs of 23°C (73°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 5 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Rota, Spain Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Rota, Spain. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Sep 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.5/10
Best: May, June, September
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 23°C / 15°C
Feels Like 23°C / 15°C
Rainy Days 5
Rainfall 36 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 67%
Wind Speed 18 km/h
Dew Point 13°C
Hottest Month
32°C
August
Avg Low22°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
9°C
January
Avg High16°C
Rain6days
Driest Month
0days
July
Avg High31°C
Avg Low21°C
Windiest Month
21 km/h
March (Gusts 41)
Sea Temperature
16°C – 24°C
Warmest water: July (
23.6°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, November, December due to less favorable weather conditions.
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:08
Daylight 14.6h
Sunset 21:47
Live conditions—
Rota on the map · live conditions
Rota, Spain
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Spain
- City
- Rota
- Population
- 28.8K
- Coordinates
- 36.62°, -6.36°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 21°C
Avg Low 14°C
Rain 7 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 1 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 5 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 17°C
Avg Low 10°C
Rain 6 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 16°C / 9°C . Feb: 18°C / 10°C . Mar: 19°C / 11°C . Apr: 21°C / 13°C . May: 25°C / 16°C . Jun: 28°C / 19°C . Jul: 31°C / 21°C . Aug: 32°C / 22°C . Sep: 29°C / 20°C . Oct: 25°C / 17°C . Nov: 20°C / 13°C . Dec: 17°C / 10°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 42 mm. Feb: 31 mm. Mar: 92 mm. Apr: 47 mm. May: 27 mm. Jun: 7 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 1 mm. Sep: 13 mm. Oct: 60 mm. Nov: 57 mm. Dec: 55 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 76%. Feb: 72%. Mar: 71%. Apr: 68%. May: 62%. Jun: 60%. Jul: 58%. Aug: 57%. Sep: 63%. Oct: 68%. Nov: 74%. Dec: 79%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 17 km/h . Feb: 18 km/h . Mar: 21 km/h . Apr: 20 km/h . May: 19 km/h . Jun: 19 km/h . Jul: 18 km/h . Aug: 17 km/h . Sep: 17 km/h . Oct: 17 km/h . Nov: 17 km/h . Dec: 16 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 8h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 11h. May: 13h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 13h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 8h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 16°C . Feb: 16°C . Mar: 16°C . Apr: 18°C . May: 19°C . Jun: 22°C . Jul: 24°C . Aug: 24°C . Sep: 22°C . Oct: 21°C . Nov: 18°C . Dec: 16°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 3. Feb: UV 4. Mar: UV 5. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 6. Oct: UV 5. Nov: UV 4. Dec: UV 3.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 10 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 32°C | Aug · 32°C |
| Coldest month | Dec 2025 · 10°C | Jan · 9°C |
| Wettest month | Mar 2025 · 219 mm | Mar · 92 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 23 km/h | Mar · 21 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Good April
Good May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July
Excellent August
Excellent September best
Excellent October
Excellent November
Good December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C / 9°C | 14°C / 7°C | 6days (42 mm) Good | 8.1h Good | 76% Humid | 3.2 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| February | 18°C / 10°C | 16°C / 8°C | 5days (31 mm) Good | 9.1h Good | 72% Muggy | 4.3 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| March | 19°C / 11°C | 17°C / 9°C | 11days (92 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 71% Muggy | 5.4 High | Good | View Details |
| April | 21°C / 13°C | 20°C / 12°C | 7days (47 mm) Good | 11.3h Excellent | 68% Muggy | 7 High | Good | View Details |
| May best | 25°C / 16°C | 25°C / 16°C | 4days (27 mm) Good | 12.6h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 28°C / 19°C | 29°C / 20°C | 2days (7 mm) Excellent | 13.1h Excellent | 60% Moderate | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 31°C / 21°C | 33°C / 23°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 13.1h Excellent | 58% Moderate | 8.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August | 32°C / 22°C | 34°C / 24°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 12.5h Excellent | 57% Moderate | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 29°C / 20°C | 30°C / 21°C | 3days (13 mm) Excellent | 11.2h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 6.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 25°C / 17°C | 25°C / 17°C | 6days (60 mm) Good | 9.4h Good | 68% Muggy | 4.9 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 20°C / 13°C | 18°C / 12°C | 7days (57 mm) Good | 8.3h Good | 74% Muggy | 3.5 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| December | 17°C / 10°C | 16°C / 8°C | 6days (55 mm) Good | 7.7h Good | 79% Humid | 2.8 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Rota are May, June, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Rota, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Rota is August, with average daytime highs of 32°C (90°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Rota is January, with average overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Rota is March, averaging 92mm of precipitation across 11 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Rota receives approximately 126 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 13 hours. Based on climate data for Rota.
The least favorable months to visit Rota are March, November, December, primarily due to less favorable weather conditions. For the best conditions, consider May, June, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Rota is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Rota is 67%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in June, July, August average 23°C (73°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Rota are 18 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 21 km/h (13 mph) (gusts up to 41 km/h / 25 mph).
Rota averages 13 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 35%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Rota is 13°C (55°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Rota has a Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate, classified as Csa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Rota ranges from 15°C (59°F) to 23°C (73°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Rota. It earns a climate score of 10/10 with Excellent.
For June in Rota, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 28°C (82°F) and 2 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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