Join us for a stroll around the Port of Malaga and you will see why those who are looking for a warm December in Europe end up here to take full advantage of the best that Malaga winter can offer.

Malaga, the capital of Spain’s famous Costa del Sol, is known for its warm and moderate climate. In addition to its fabulous beaches and scenic beauty, it boasts an average of 320 sunny days a year. And you can enjoy many of those sunny days during the Costa del Sol winter as well.

That’s why Malaga in winter is not only loved by the area’s residents; it also attracts thousands of visitors every year. Winter in Costa del Sol is a delightful time because of the combination of predominantly sunny and mild weather with the numerous attractions of the holiday season – from marveling at Christmas lights displays to savoring seasonal delicacies and learning Spanish traditions for ringing in the New Year.

It’s not surprising that in a recent survey of the sunniest cities in Europe Malaga won the top honors. Learn more about how the analysis was conducted.

Interestingly, Spain accounted for 7 out of the top 10 sunniest European destinations, with three of them located in Andalusia – Malaga, Seville, and Cordoba.