Tarifa, Spain experiences average highs of 22°C (72°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 6 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.
Tarifa, Spain Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Tarifa, Spain. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
8.4/10
Best: May, June, July, September
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 22°C / 16°C
Feels Like 22°C / 16°C
Rainy Days 6
Rainfall 51 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 78%
Wind Speed 22 km/h
Dew Point 15°C
Hottest Month
30°C
August
Avg Low22°C
Rain1days
Coldest Month
12°C
January
Avg High16°C
Rain8days
Driest Month
0days
July
Avg High29°C
Avg Low21°C
Windiest Month
24 km/h
March (Gusts 44)
Sea Temperature
16°C – 22°C
Warmest water: August (
22.3°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, March, December due to less favorable weather conditions.
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:06
Daylight 14.6h
Sunset 21:42
Live conditions—
Tarifa on the map · live conditions
Tarifa, Spain
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Spain
- City
- Tarifa
- Population
- 18.2K
- Coordinates
- 36.01°, -5.61°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 20°C
Avg Low 14°C
Rain 8 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 1 days/mo
2/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 23°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 6 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 17°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 8 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 / 12°C . Feb: 17°C / 12°C . Mar: 18°C / 13°C . Apr: 20°C / 14°C . May: 23°C / 17°C . Jun: 26°C / 19°C . Jul: 29°C / 21°C . Aug: 30°C / 22°C . Sep: 27°C / 21°C . Oct: 23°C / 19°C . Nov: 19°C / 15°C . Dec: 17°C / 13°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 71 mm. Feb: 50 mm. Mar: 145 mm. Apr: 54 mm. May: 29 mm. Jun: 6 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 3 mm. Sep: 18 mm. Oct: 64 mm. Nov: 79 mm. Dec: 93 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 80%. Feb: 80%. Mar: 78%. Apr: 78%. May: 74%. Jun: 72%. Jul: 72%. Aug: 73%. Sep: 77%. Oct: 82%. Nov: 82%. Dec: 83%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 22 km/h . Feb: 24 km/h . Mar: 24 km/h . Apr: 24 km/h . May: 21 km/h . Jun: 21 km/h . Jul: 20 km/h . Aug: 20 km/h . Sep: 20 km/h . Oct: 21 km/h . Nov: 21 km/h . Dec: 22 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 8h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 11h. May: 13h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 13h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 8h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 17°C . Feb: 16°C . Mar: 16°C . Apr: 17°C . May: 18°C . Jun: 21°C . Jul: 22°C . Aug: 22°C . Sep: 21°C . Oct: 21°C . Nov: 19°C . Dec: 18°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 21 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Aug 2025 · 30°C | Aug · 30°C |
| Coldest month | Dec 2025 · 12°C | Jan · 12°C |
| Wettest month | Mar 2025 · 354 mm | Mar · 145 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 26 km/h | Mar · 24 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March
Good April
Good May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July best
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 / 12°C | 14°C / 9°C | 8days (71 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 80% Humid | 3.2 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| February | 17°C / 12°C | 14°C / 10°C | 7days (50 mm) Good | 9.2h Good | 80% Humid | 4.1 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| March | 18°C / 13°C | 16°C / 10°C | 12days (145 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 78% Humid | 5.2 High | Good | View Details |
| April | 20°C / 14°C | 19°C / 13°C | 7days (54 mm) Good | 11.3h Excellent | 78% Humid | 6.8 High | Good | View Details |
| May best | 23°C / 17°C | 23°C / 16°C | 4days (29 mm) Good | 12.5h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 26°C / 19°C | 27°C / 20°C | 1days (6 mm) Excellent | 13.1h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July best | 29°C / 21°C | 31°C / 23°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 13h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| August | 30°C / 22°C | 32°C / 25°C | 1days (3 mm) Excellent | 12.5h Excellent | 73% Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| September best | 27°C / 21°C | 28°C / 22°C | 3days (18 mm) Excellent | 11h Excellent | 77% Humid | 6.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October | 23°C / 19°C | 24°C / 19°C | 7days (64 mm) Good | 9.5h Good | 82% Humid | 4.9 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 19°C / 15°C | 18°C / 14°C | 9days (79 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 82% Humid | 3.6 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| December | 17°C / 13°C | 15°C / 11°C | 9days (93 mm) Wet | 7.8h Good | 83% Humid | 2.8 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Tarifa are May, June, July, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Tarifa, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Tarifa is August, with average daytime highs of 30°C (85°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Tarifa is January, with average overnight lows of 12°C (53°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Tarifa is March, averaging 145mm of precipitation across 12 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Tarifa receives approximately 126 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 13 hours. Based on climate data for Tarifa.
The least favorable months to visit Tarifa are January, March, December, primarily due to less favorable weather conditions. For the best conditions, consider May, June, July, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Tarifa is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Tarifa is 78%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in July, August average 22°C (72°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Tarifa are 22 km/h (14 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 24 km/h (15 mph) (gusts up to 44 km/h / 27 mph).
Tarifa averages 11 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 38%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Tarifa is 15°C (59°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Tarifa 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 Tarifa ranges from 16°C (61°F) to 22°C (72°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 Tarifa. It earns a climate score of 9.8/10 with Excellent.
For June in Tarifa, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Comfortable walking shoes. With average highs of 26°C (79°F) and 1 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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