Benidorm in July

    Updated 12/10/2026 by the onbenidorm team · Dates checked October 2026

    July is Benidorm's driest month, with just 4 mm of rain and 10.6 hours of sunshine a day. Highs average 30.3°C, nights stay near 21°C and the sea reaches 25.1°C, warm enough for relaxed swimming. Every park and beach service runs at full stretch, a craft market fills the Old Town squares each evening, and El Barrio plays SkyFest on 16 July 2027.

    Average high / low
    30.3°C / 20.7°C (AEMET)
    Sea
    25.1°C
    Rain
    0.6 days, 4 mm: the driest month
    Key date 2027
    El Barrio at SkyFest, Fri 16 July, 21:00
    Best for
    Families, beach holidays, groups

    July weather in Benidorm

    July is hot, sunny and almost rain-free: AEMET's normals give 30.3°C highs, 20.7°C lows and only 0.6 rain days.

    Warm nights are the main thing to plan around, as the temperature rarely falls far below 21°C. The sea is 25.1°C, which seatemperature.org describes as warm enough for relaxed swimming without thermal protection. See Benidorm weather in July and our Benidorm events 2027 calendar.

    Sources: AEMET Alicante 1981–2010 normals, seatemperature.org, weather2travel
    AverageJuneJulyAugust
    Daytime high27.8°C30.3°C30.8°C
    Night-time low18.1°C20.7°C21.2°C
    Sea temperature22.6°C25.1°C26.2°C
    Rain days (1 mm+)1.80.61.1
    Rainfall12 mm4 mm7 mm
    Sunshine per day10.1 h10.6 h9.8 h
    Daylight15 h15 h14 h

    What's on in Benidorm in July

    Spanish band El Barrio is listed for Friday 16 July 2027 at 21:00 at SkyFest (Sky Festival) Benidorm, with tickets through Ticketmaster, El Corte Inglés, Entradas.com and Fever. No other 2027 headline concerts were confirmed when we checked.

    Note that the Low Festival, once a Benidorm fixture, moved to Torrevieja in 2026; its 30 July–1 August 2027 dates are not a Benidorm event. Every evening from 1 July the night craft market runs in Plaza Castelar and Plaza Senyoria, 19:30–01:00, per mercadillos.org. See July 2027 events and July 2026.

    What's open and closed in July

    Everything is open, with longer hours in several places.

    • Terra Mítica: open daily; the Iberia and Las Islas areas open from 1 July, according to taquilla.com.
    • Aqualandia: open daily until 19:00 or 20:00.
    • Mundomar: open until 19:00 in July and August, says Visit Benidorm.
    • Beaches: lifeguards 09:00–20:00 from July; free floating platforms 11:00–19:00.
    • Markets: the Wednesday Foietes market moves to the fairground in July. See Benidorm outdoor markets.

    Is July a good time to visit Benidorm?

    July is ideal for a pure beach and water-park holiday, less so if you dislike heat or crowds.

    • Families: school holidays start, all parks open long hours; see Benidorm with kids.
    • Groups, stags and hens: peak party season on the Strip.
    • Couples: go for late dinners and evening shows; daytime heat is intense.
    • Over-60s: possible, but warm nights make air conditioning essential. Spring or autumn suits most better.

    Packing and practical tips for July

    Plan outdoor sightseeing for before 11:00 and after 18:00. Carry water, wear a hat, and check your room has air conditioning given 21°C nights. Aqualandia allows your own food and drink, but no cans or glass. Next month: Benidorm in August.

    July in Benidorm

    NameAreaKnown for
    AqualandiaRincón de LoixOpen daily in summer
    Terra MíticaPartida del MoraletAll areas open from 1 July
    Benidorm outdoor marketsTown-wideNight craft market from 1 July

    Benidorm in July — FAQs

    How hot is Benidorm in July?

    AEMET's normals give an average high of 30.3°C and a low of 20.7°C, so nights stay warm. July also has the least rain of the year, about 4 mm on 0.6 days, and 10.6 hours of sunshine a day.

    Is the sea warm in July?

    Yes. The average sea temperature is 25.1°C, which seatemperature.org says is warm enough for relaxed swimming without a wetsuit. It keeps warming into August, when it peaks at about 26.2°C.

    Is the Low Festival still in Benidorm?

    No. The Low Festival moved to Torrevieja for its 2026 edition, held at Parque Antonio Soria, with Benidorm only a shuttle-bus pickup point. Its 2027 dates (30 July to 1 August) do not name a Benidorm venue.

    Which concerts are in Benidorm in July 2027?

    El Barrio is listed for Friday 16 July 2027 at 21:00 at SkyFest Benidorm, sold through Ticketmaster, El Corte Inglés, Entradas.com and Fever. We found no other confirmed 2027 headline concerts when we checked.

    Is July too busy in Benidorm?

    It is one of the busiest months, with school holidays in Spain and abroad. Expect full beaches and queues at Aqualandia and Terra Mítica. Arrive at parks when they open and buy tickets online.

    Is there a night market in Benidorm in July?

    Yes. A craft market runs every evening from 1 July to 30 September in Plaza Castelar and Plaza Senyoria, from 19:30 to 01:00, according to mercadillos.org.

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    Sources and how we checked

    Last updated 12 October 2026 by the onbenidorm team.