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Weather & Climate in Tarifa, Spain
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Tarifa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 273 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 62.2°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 231.0 sq mi (598.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 79/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.0139°N, 5.6070°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
640 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| Feb 10, 2025 | 25 km N of Ouezzane, Morocco | M5.1 | 111 km | 30 km |
| Dec 16, 2013 | 85 km WNW of Larache, Morocco | M4.8 | 142 km | 35 km |
| Apr 22, 2010 | 10 km NW of Larache, Morocco | M4.8 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Nov 10, 1999 | 58 km E of Martil, Morocco | M4.7 | 95 km | 110 km |
| Aug 19, 2014 | 1 km WNW of Puerto Serrano, Spain | M4.6 | 102 km | 11 km |
| Jan 21, 2010 | 6 km N of Ouezzane, Morocco | M4.5 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Jun 30, 2007 | 10 km ESE of Morón de la Frontera, Spain | M4.5 | 121 km | 6 km |
| Aug 25, 2010 | 13 km WSW of Chiclana de la Frontera, Spain | M4.5 | 73 km | 44 km |
| Jun 15, 2005 | 7 km SSW of Prado del Rey, Spain | M4.4 | 79 km | 42 km |
| Apr 8, 2006 | 36 km S of Mazagón, Spain | M4.4 | 145 km | 42 km |
| Jul 28, 2004 | 6 km SE of Jubrique, Spain | M4.3 | 69 km | 41 km |
| Jul 13, 1996 | 21 km W of Ouezzane, Morocco | M4.3 | 136 km | 33 km |
| Dec 13, 2000 | 8 km WSW of Los Barrios, Spain | M4.3 | 15 km | 72 km |
| May 1, 1993 | 12 km NNW of Larache, Morocco | M4.2 | 97 km | 61 km |
| Apr 13, 1990 | 43 km E of Martil, Morocco | M4.2 | 85 km | 86 km |
| Aug 4, 1999 | 10 km ESE of Martil, Morocco | M4.2 | 63 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 2011 | 61 km NW of Tirhanimîne, Morocco | M4.2 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Aug 24, 2002 | 10 km SSE of Fuengirola, Spain | M4.2 | 106 km | 73 km |
| Feb 14, 2010 | 16 km NNE of Ouezzane, Morocco | M4.2 | 120 km | 27 km |
| Mar 4, 1991 | 4 km WNW of Ouezzane, Morocco | M4.1 | 134 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1680 | ALBORAN SEA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 70 | 126 km |
| 1978 | CADIZ | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 129 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 5.1 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
Tarifa has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 52°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.7") and July the driest (0.0").