The Weather
Weather in the Costa Calida is very mild (& well known for it), making it an ideal destination for holiday makers in both the summer & winter months. The Costa Calida & its surrounding areas are sheltered by hills & high mountains allowing for a kind of micro climate. This limits rainfall, & as a result the region enjoys sunshine for in excess of 320 days per year.
The sun is at its hottest during the summer, with temperatures rarely falling below 30°C (86°F). Whereas the typically very mild winters, boast averages of around 18°C (64°F).
The province of Murcia, & therefore the Costa Calida, is famous for its salt lakes (salt is a major export). This has a major knock on effect on humidity levels, & as a result the air is much dryer than in other parts of Spain & Europe. The low humidity levels coupled with a mild climate, mean the WHO (World Health Organisation) have rated this part of Spain one of the healthiest climates on the planet. Average Maximum Temperatures Costa
|
Month |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
June |
July |
Aug |
Sept |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
|
Air °C |
16 |
17 |
22 |
22 |
26 |
29 |
30 |
32 |
30 |
25 |
22 |
17 |
|
Sea °C |
15 |
14 |
15 |
19 |
20 |
21 |
22 |
23 |
22 |
20 |
8 |
15 |
