Altea la Vella Weather

Altea la Vella is located at the foot of the Sierra Bernia mountain range, close to Altea on the Costa Blanca in Spain. The village enjoys a typically Mediterranean climate, with hot dry summers and warm winters, and up to 320 days of sunshine each year. This part of Spain is considered to have one of the healthiest climates in the world, and is a popular spot for both British holidaymakers and retirees, all in search of plenty of sunshine and guaranteed warm weather.  

 

Altea la Vella Weather - Hot dry summers, plenty of year-round sun 

Spring enjoys pleasant weather in Altea la Vella, with April and May seeing average temperatures of 16C - 19C and between 8 - 9 hours of sun each month. The heat increases in June, rising to an average 24C, and by July and August the region sees average temperatures of 27C, which sometimes rises to a maximum of 35C. June is the driest month, seeing only 9mm of rain, with July and August receiving 16 - 19mm. Humidity is generally low, between 60-70% throughout the year, making the high temperatures seem more bearable. Water temperatures along the Costa Blanca are ideal conditions for swimming and water sports, with the sea temperatures in the summer ranging from 20C - 25C, and the coastal breezes on the local beaches helping to temper the heat.

 

Autumn sees warm weather in the village, with September and October enjoying average temperatures of 21C - 24C, and 7 - 8 hours of sunshine. October and November are the wettest months in Altea la Vella, seeing between with 80 - 90mm of rainfall each month. Winters are mild, with the region seeing an average temperature of 12C from December to February, with the sun still shining for 5 hours each day.