August is the hottest month of the year on the Costa Dorada, with long sunny days and warm nights. Families can expect very lively resorts and busy beaches during this peak summer period.
Quick verdict
5.3/10
overall family rating for August
August ranks #12 out of 12 months for a family holiday in Costa Dorada.
Great for
· Families tied to school holidays
· Sun-seekers
· Lively resort atmosphere
Things to consider
· Prefer quieter beaches
· Looking for better value
· Traveling with very young children
Weather
8.0/10
Very good
Crowds
3.0/10
Very high
Value
3.0/10
Poor
Weather in Costa Dorada in August
Average daytime high
30.4°C
Average nighttime low
22.6°C
Rainy days
~5
Average sunshine
~12 hrs/day
On average, August brings high temperatures around 30°C and over 12 hours of sunshine daily. Rain is uncommon, with just a few wet days throughout the month.
Based on historical climate averages from the latest 10 complete years (2016–2025).
Crowds and value in August
Crowds
Very high
Relative value
Poor
Crowds are very high, as August is the busiest time of year for visitors.
Value is typically poor, with higher prices and limited availability compared to other months.
Crowd and value levels are editorial seasonality indicators comparing months within
Costa Dorada. They are not measured visitor numbers or live prices.
Costa Dorada temperatures throughout the year
Costa Dorada temperatures throughout the year
Month
High
Low
January
14.7°C
6.4°C
February
15.9°C
7.5°C
March
17.3°C
9.2°C
April
19.3°C
11.2°C
May
23.0°C
14.6°C
June
27.0°C
19.3°C
July
29.9°C
22.2°C
August
(selected month)
30.4°C
22.6°C
September
26.9°C
19.4°C
October
23.2°C
15.9°C
November
18.4°C
10.7°C
December
15.6°C
8.0°C
August is typically similar temperatures than July and warmer by 3.5°C than September.
Rainy days throughout the year
A day counts as rainy when it records at least 1 mm of precipitation.
Rainy days throughout the year
Month
Rainy days
Rainfall
January
4.1
43 mm
February
4.8
34 mm
March
8.4
50 mm
April
8.3
51 mm
May
6.2
38 mm
June
4.5
30 mm
July
3.8
26 mm
August
(selected month)
5.3
38 mm
September
9.9
67 mm
October
9.9
96 mm
November
6.9
54 mm
December
5.0
32 mm
July is typically the driest month and September the wettest.
Best months for a family holiday in Costa Dorada
Best months for a family holiday in Costa Dorada
Month
Family score
January
6.3
February
7.2
March
6.2
April
7.1
May
7.6
June
7.0
July
5.5
August
(selected month)
5.3
September
6.5
October
7.2
November
7.6
December
7.2
August ranks #12 out of 12 months for a family holiday in Costa Dorada.
Families with children of all ages looking for a fun and engaging holiday experience.
Kids club
Water slides
Children's pool
Baby cots
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Family strengths from stored data: Kids club, Water slides, Children's pool, Baby cots, Family rooms. H10 Mediterranean Village is a family-friendly hotel in Costa Dorada, Spain, featuring multiple pools, a kids' club, and a variety of children's entertainment options. It's located a short walk from the beach, making it ideal for families.
Families looking for a convenient location with pool access and nearby attractions.
Kids club
Splash pool
Children's pool
Baby cots
Kitchenette
Apartment style
Family strengths from stored data: Kids club, Splash pool, Children's pool, Baby cots, Kitchenette. Marinada Apartaments in Costa Dorada offers family-friendly accommodations with two outdoor pools, including a children's pool, and a mini club for kids. Located near local attractions and beaches, it's ideal for family vacations.
Families with young children seeking a fun and safe vacation.
Kids club
Water slides
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Apartment style
Near beach
Family strengths from stored data: Kids club, Water slides, Family rooms, Kitchenette, Apartment style. Cambrils Park Resort is a family-friendly destination in Costa Dorada, featuring comfortable apartments and villas, multiple pools, and a variety of activities for children.
Families seeking a fun and relaxing beach vacation.
Kids club
Water slides
Splash pool
Children's pool
Family rooms
Near beach
Family strengths from stored data: Kids club, Water slides, Splash pool, Children's pool, Family rooms. Golden Port Salou & SPA is a family-friendly hotel in Costa Dorada, featuring multiple pools, a kids' club, and proximity to local attractions.
Families seeking spacious accommodations near the beach.
Children's pool
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Apartment style
Near beach
Playground
Family strengths from stored data: Children's pool, Family rooms, Kitchenette, Apartment style, Near beach. Larimar APT in Costa Dorada offers family-friendly apartments with a children's pool and playground, just 600 meters from the beach.
Families looking for a convenient base near the beach and local attractions.
Children's pool
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Apartment style
Near beach
Playground
Family strengths from stored data: Children's pool, Family rooms, Kitchenette, Apartment style, Near beach. Albatros in Salou offers family-friendly accommodations with a children's pool and playground, just a short walk from Capellans Beach and local attractions.
Accommodation and attractions are in high demand, so booking ahead is essential. Expect busy restaurants and attractions, especially in popular family areas. If you prefer quieter surroundings, consider traveling outside of August.
August is typically the hottest month, with average highs of 30.4°C.
Is August a rainy month in Costa Dorada?
Rain is uncommon, with an average of just over 5 days of rain and 37.9 mm of rainfall.
Are the beaches crowded in August?
Yes, crowds are very high throughout August.
Is August a good value month for families?
Value is generally poor in August due to high demand and peak season pricing.
How much sunshine can we expect in August?
On average, there are 12.4 hours of sunshine per day.
Data sources
Historical weather averages are calculated from
Open-Meteo
historical weather data
using the latest 10 complete calendar years (2016–2025).
Crowd and value levels are editorial seasonality indicators, not measured statistics.
Scores are calculated deterministically from the values shown on this page.
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