The Cádiz Winter Weather
Enjoy the mild climate, ample sunshine, and favorable sea temperatures in Costa Ballena
Where Every Moment Shines
Debunking the Cádiz Weather Myth
Costa Ballena deserves a spot on your winter getaway shortlist
Although Cádiz is often perceived to have worse winter weather than other popular southern Spanish destinations, a detailed examination of the past ten years' weather statistics tells a different story. To debunk this misconception, we chose to compare data for November and February — two key months for extended stays — which clearly reveals that the winter climate in Cádiz, and Costa Ballena, is more favorable than many assume. This evidence suggests that sunseekers, retirees, and digital nomads looking to escape the cold, dreary winter months should add Costa Ballena and the southern Atlantic Coast to their winter sun destination shortlist.
Cádiz winter climate comparison — analysis and Conclusion
A comprehensive analysis of the statistics in November and February reveals that Cádiz holds its own quite well compared to destinations like Málaga, Alicante, Faro and Antalya.
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Cádiz average max temperatures are higher than most of the other destinations we compared with.
- For instance, Cádiz’s maximum temperature in November (18.8°C) is higher than Málaga (17.2°C), Alicante (17.9°C), and Faro (18.1°C), and is slightly cooler than Antalya (21.1°C).
- In February, Cádiz’s maximum temperature (16.5°C) is warmer than Málaga (14.7°C), Alicante (15.8°C), Faro (15.5°C), and comparable to Antalya (16.9°C).
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Cádiz receives a reasonable amount of precipitation, but less than destinations like Málaga and Antalya.
- Cádiz has fewer rainy days in November (6 days) compared to Antalya (7 days) and the same as Málaga (6 days).
- In February, Cádiz experiences fewer rainy days (4 days) than Antalya (9 days) and Málaga (5 days).
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Cádiz enjoys substantial sunlight hours, making it an attractive destination for golf travelers seeking sunny days.
- In November, Cádiz has 8 hours of sun, which is more than Antalya (5.8 hours), Faro (7 hours) and Málaga (7 hours).
- February sees Cádiz with 8 hours of sun, more than Alicante (7.2 hours) and Antalya (6.1 hours), and also more than Málaga (7 hours).
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Sea temperatures in Cádiz are also quite favorable.
- In November, the sea temperature in Cádiz is 18.3°C, which is higher than Alicante (18°C) and similar to Faro (18.2°C) and Málaga (18.4°C).
- In February, the sea temperature in Cádiz is 15.1°C, comparable to Faro (15.2°C) and higher than Alicante (14°C). Málaga is slightly warmer at 15.5°C.
| Destination | Month | Min Temperature (°C) | Max Temperature (°C) | Avg Temperature (°C) | Rainfall (mm) | Rainy Days | Sun Hours |
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| Cádiz | November | 12.0 | 18.8 | 15.2 | 89.0 | 6 | 8.0 |
| Cádiz | February | 8.9 | 16.5 | 12.6 | 67.0 | 4 | 8.0 |
| Málaga | November | 12.0 | 17.2 | 14.5 | 72.0 | 6 | 7.0 |
| Málaga | February | 9.1 | 14.7 | 11.8 | 52.0 | 5 | 7.0 |
| Alicante | November | 11.2 | 17.9 | 14.4 | 36.0 | 4 | 8.0 |
| Alicante | February | 8.2 | 15.8 | 12.0 | 24.0 | 3 | 7.2 |
| Faro | November | 13.8 | 18.1 | 15.9 | 71.0 | 5 | 7.0 |
| Faro | February | 11.0 | 15.5 | 13.2 | 50.0 | 4 | 7.6 |
| Antalya | November | 9.5 | 21.1 | 15.3 | 95.0 | 7 | 5.8 |
| Antalya | February | 5.3 | 16.9 | 11.3 | 118.0 | 9 | 6.1 |
Sea Temperature Comparison
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Cádiz
- November: Avg. Water Temperature: 18.3°C (64.9°F)
- February: Avg. Water Temperature: 15.1°C (59.2°F)
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Málaga
- November: Avg. Water Temperature: 18.4°C (65.1°F)
- February: Avg. Water Temperature: 15.5°C (59.9°F)
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Alicante
- November: Avg. Water Temperature: 18°C (64.4°F)
- February: Avg. Water Temperature: 14°C (57.2°F)
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Faro
- November: Avg. Water Temperature: 18.2°C (64.8°F)
- February: Avg. Water Temperature: 15.2°C (59.4°F)
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Antalya
- November: Avg. Water Temperature: 22.3°C (72.1°F)
- February: Avg. Water Temperature: 17.3°C (63.1°F)
Final Thoughts
The perception that Cádiz has worse winter weather than other popular winter sun destinations is not supported by the data from the last ten years. With its mild temperatures, fewer rainy days, ample sunshine, and favorable sea temperatures, Cádiz stands as a highly competitive choice for northern Europeans seeking a pleasant winter sun getaway.
So, pack your bags and head to Cádiz for a winter sun experience that rivals any other renowned destinations!
Data based on the last ten years from Climate-Data.org.