The month in detail
What to expect in August
Summer in Costa Brava brings pleasant temperatures (82°F) and long sunny days (8.4h of sunshine). Rain risk remains low (16% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if July (9.1/10) remains theoretically better.
August ranks 2 out of 12 months in Costa Brava. Compared to July: −1.0h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
18°
Sea
26°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
13.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 35
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Is August the right month?
The best month in Costa Brava is July (9.1/10), 0.2 pt higher than August.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Spain
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+2.37°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 82°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 55°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘApril · 24%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Costa Brava ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
SpainTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.1 → 4.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
41.87°N · 3.10°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Costa Brava?
July is the best month with 82°F highs, 70°F lows, 9.4h of sunshine and 12.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Costa Brava get in July?
Costa Brava averages 9.4 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Costa Brava?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Costa Brava in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 70°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Costa Brava good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Costa Brava scores 4.2/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 8.9/10.
When should you avoid Costa Brava?
January is the most difficult month to visit Costa Brava, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Costa Brava in August?
In August, the sea averages 79°F in Costa Brava: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Costa Brava in August?
The average UV index reaches 7 in August in Costa Brava (high), with about 13.7h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.