The most pleasant year-round temperatures in Spain are those of the eastern coast, from Catalonia to the Levant. Geographically a continuation of the French Riviera, it shares that climate, except for generally milder winters. The southern coastline of Spain enjoys the warmest winters in mainland Europe. Almost no rain falls on the eastern half of this coast in summer, and not much during the rest of the year. M laga boasts almost 200 days of utterly cloudless skies.
Winter nights can be decidedly cool.
Tourist Season Crowds are a consideration, too, in deciding when to visit. Spain doubles its population each summer, filling beaches, resort hotels, and restaurants. In particular, August is the time when the Spanish themselves go on holiday, adding their numbers to beach crowds and leaving behind restaurants closed for vacation. Prices rise to accommodate the crowds. Overall, spring would be the ideal season to cover Spain's terrain, and early summer months are preferable to crowded August.