Benidorm in September
Updated 12/10/2026 by the onbenidorm team · Dates checked October 2026
September keeps summer heat with fewer crowds: highs average 28.5°C and the sea is still 25.2°C. It opens with Benidorm Pride (1–6 September in 2026, expected 31 August–5 September 2027) and ends with the water park closing, on 27 September in 2026. It is also the wettest month at the Alicante station, with 56 mm falling in short storms.
- Average high / low
- 28.5°C / 18.5°C (AEMET)
- Sea
- 25.2°C
- Rain
- 3.3 days but 56 mm: the wettest month
- Key dates
- Pride first week; Aqualandia closed 27 Sep in 2026
- Best for
- Couples, over-60s, LGBTQ+ visitors, warm-sea swimmers
September weather in Benidorm
September is still hot, with 28.5°C afternoons and 18.5°C nights, but when rain comes it can be heavy. AEMET's Alicante station records 56 mm on 3.3 days, the highest monthly total of the year; the airport station records 40 mm.
The sea is 25.2°C, as warm as July. Daylight falls to about 12 hours by the end of the month. See Benidorm weather in September and the Benidorm events 2027 calendar.
| Average | August | September | October |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 30.8°C | 28.5°C | 24.9°C |
| Night-time low | 21.2°C | 18.5°C | 14.5°C |
| Sea temperature | 26.2°C | 25.2°C | 22.6°C |
| Rain days (1 mm+) | 1.1 | 3.3 | 4.5 |
| Rainfall | 7 mm | 56 mm | 47 mm |
| Sunshine per day | 9.8 h | 8.3 h | 7.0 h |
| Daylight | 14 h | 12 h | 11 h |
What's on in Benidorm in September
Benidorm Pride is the big event. The council said the 2026 edition, from 1 to 6 September, was expected to draw more than 20,000 people, with the parade on Saturday 5 September at 16:30 from Levante beach, running from Rincón de Loix to l'Aigüera. For 2027 the expected dates are 31 August to 5 September with the parade on Saturday 4 September. Our gay Benidorm guide covers the venues.
The Iberia Festival played its second 2026 date on 26 September at the Julio Iglesias Auditorium. Listings: September 2027 events and September 2026.
What's open and closed in September
September is when the summer timetable winds down, in stages.
- Aqualandia: closed for the season on 27 September 2026, confirmed by the park.
- Terra Mítica: daily until early September, then weekends only (7 September in taquilla.com's calendar).
- Mundomar and Terra Natura: open daily.
- Beaches: the reinforced lifeguard service runs to 30 September, 09:00–20:00; the free floating platforms finished on 1 September in 2026.
- Night craft market: runs until 30 September.
Is September a good time to visit Benidorm?
September is one of the best months for adults: warm sea, summer evenings and calmer beaches once schools return.
- Couples: the warmest sea of the shoulder season and quieter restaurants.
- Over-60s: still hot early in the month, more comfortable later.
- Families: early September for Aqualandia before it closes; see Benidorm with kids.
- Groups: Pride week and weekends on the Strip remain lively.
Packing and practical tips for September
Pack for summer plus a compact umbrella. If Aqualandia is a priority, go before the last weekend. A light layer helps on late-month evenings. Next: Benidorm in October.
September in Benidorm
| Name | Area | Known for |
|---|---|---|
| Benidorm Pride | Levante to l'Aigüera | First week of September |
| Iberia Festival | Parque de l'Aigüera | 26 Sep in 2026 |
| Gay Benidorm guide | Old Town | Bars and venues |
Benidorm in September — FAQs
Is September a good time to go to Benidorm?
Yes, especially for adults. Highs average 28.5°C and the sea is 25.2°C, as warm as July, while schools are back and beaches are calmer. The trade-off is occasional heavy storms and parks starting to close.
When does Aqualandia close?
In 2026 Aqualandia closed on 27 September, confirmed by an official post quoted on the park's website. The 2027 closing date will be announced with next season's calendar.
When is Benidorm Pride?
Benidorm Pride ran from 1 to 6 September 2026, with the parade on Saturday 5 September at 16:30 from Levante beach. The 2027 edition is expected from about 31 August to 5 September, with the parade on Saturday 4 September, but dates are unconfirmed.
Does it rain much in Benidorm in September?
Rain days are few (3.3 on AEMET's normals) but the total is the highest of the year, 56 mm at the Alicante station, because late-summer storms can be heavy. Most days are still dry and sunny.
Is Terra Mítica open in September?
Yes, but only at weekends after early September. Taquilla.com lists daily opening until 7 September, then weekends. The official calendar runs until November.
Are lifeguards on the beach in September?
Yes. In 2026 the reinforced summer service ran until 30 September, from 09:00 to 20:00, with nine lifeguards each on Levante and Poniente. The council says lifeguards work all year.
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Last updated 12 October 2026 by the onbenidorm team.