Beaches in Spain for swimming any time of year

Spanish beaches to enjoy at any time of year

Would you like to experience the feeling of a seaside holiday without the high temperatures of the summer months? In Spain, you can do it. The Costa del Sol the Costa Tropical and the Cabo de Gata in Andalusia, the Canary Islands, and the Costa Blanca are all destinations where you’ll find a climate of eternal springtime practically all year round. The idea of taking a dip on the beach and relaxing in the sun is at your fingertips. Save space in your suitcase and, even if you come in winter, leave your warm clothes in the wardrobe because this mild climate will allow you to travel light. Check out this selection of places you should visit if you come to Spain between October and May.

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Winter in the sun of the Canary Islands

Their nickname, 'the lucky islands,' gives an accurate idea of how lucky you will feel if you visit the Canary Islands. An average temperature of 22ºC, more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year and a multitude of services for visitors at any time of year.Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, La Gomera, La Palma and El Hierro have almost 1,500 kilometres of coastline, more than 500 beaches and a variety of landscapes among which it will be easy to find the ideal combination of sun, relaxation and leisure.From beaches of volcanic origin to small coves between cliffs and long, beaches of white sand. If you add to this exceptional environment the possibility of windsurfing, scuba diving, sailing, surfing, water skiing and other water sports, you will come to the conclusion that the coast of the Canary Islands has a lot to offer you even in autumn and winter.

Costa del Sol, when you decide

Do you know one of the many virtues of the coastline of Andalucía? It has a mild climate when the rest of Spain is rather cold. More than 320 days of sunshine a year and about 160 kilometres of coastline. Yes, we're talking about the Costa del Sol. If your holiday plan involves travelling in winter but without bundling up in warm clothes, the province of Malaga is an ideal destination.Enjoying the charm of well-known tourist towns such as Estepona, Ronda, Manilva, Torremolinos, Benalmádena, Fuengirola, Mijas or Nerja is possible at any time. Have your breath taken away by marinas like the one in Marbella or promenades like the one in Malaga, where you can also enjoy an outstanding cultural and culinary scene.And if you want even more, discover the taste of fried pescaíto (a local favourite of lightly battered small fish) in any of the bars by the sea, or take a walk along one of the trails in the Cabopino dunes. This holiday paradise on the Mediterranean coast is available whenever you decide to visit.

Costa Tropical, another of Granada's charms

There's another option in the south of Spain where you can enjoy pleasant temperatures all year round: the Costa Tropical, located in the province of Granada. More than 80 kilometres and up to 42 beaches and coves to suit all tastes. These range from the beaches of Maro-Cerro Gordo Natural Park at La Herradura and Almuñécar, to the more easterly ones of Melicena and La Rábita, including large sandy stretches such as those of Salobreña, Motril and Castell de Ferro.Alongside the rich biodiversity of its cliffs and seabed, there is so much waiting for you to discover. Lighthouses, caves, ports used by the Phoenicians and Romans, paths, watchtowers converted into spectacular viewpoints overlooking the Mediterranean Sea or castles that were inhabited by the sultans of the kingdom of Granada.In addition, there are a multitude of sports centres where you can learn or practice nautical activities such as windsurfing, paddle surfing, scuba diving, sailing, kitesurfing or water skiing. You can even rent all kinds of boats and, of course, play golf.Did you know that, thanks to this privileged climate, tropical fruits such as mango, guava, avocado and custard apple are produced on the coast of Granada? Imagine savouring them as you look out over the sea.

Cliffs of the Maro-Cerro Gordo Natural Park, Andalusia

Mediterranean warmth on the Costa Blanca

The Costa Blanca is another part of Spain where the sun rarely takes a break. The southern part of the Region of Valencia has a warm Mediterranean climate all year round. Palm trees, orange trees, and almond trees adorn its more than 200 kilometres of beaches with fine sands and calm waters.Popular tourist destinations such as Torrevieja, Benidorm and Calpe have no shortage of international flair and amenities, no matter what time of year you decide to come. Water sports or golf, with a choice of courses in almost every municipality. Long beaches of fine sand or small turquoise-blue coves between cliffs. The Alicante coastline also boasts unique spots such as Tabarca Island and the Peñón de Ifach. Visiting both in any period other than the summer months will allow you to enjoy them to the fullest.

The everlasting charms of Cabo de Gata

The Cabo de Gata-Níjar coast, in Almería, is one of those places that invites you to get lost in its natural beauty no matter the time of year. Secluded coves like Media Luna, Carbón and Cala Chica; popular beaches like Mónsul, Los Genoveses and San José –which were used as a set for films like “Indiana Jones”–, and “El Playazo” –a type of oasis is on the seashore in Rodalquilar–, are just a few of the multiple and varied locations you'll find all along its more than 60 kilometres of coastline.Located within the Cabo de Gata–Níjar Natural Park, recognised by UNESCO as a biosphere reserve, this area of the Andalusian coast boasts an average annual temperature of around 20°C. If you are looking for a place where you can both relax and also enjoy the thrill of a horse ride along cliff edges, Cabo de Gata is your destination.