Altafulla i
Coastal town · Catalonia

Altafulla

Província de Tarragona · Spain

Now
20°
Sea temperature
24°
Local time
11:40 PM
Population
4K
Elevation
37 m
Best time to go
Jul–Aug
Go score 95/100
Sea temperature
26°
August
Main airport
REU
17 km
Time zone
UTC+2
Europe/Madrid
At a glance

The best months to visit are July–August.

The sea is warmest in August, at about 26°C (78°F).

Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): June–October.

August is the hottest month, with highs around 28°C (83°F).

January is the coldest month, with lows around 5°C (40°F).

The wettest month is December, with rain on about 10 days.

July is the sunniest month, with about 10.4 hours of sunshine a day.

in October, it is warmer than 80% of places in Spain.

Weather

16-day forecast

Altafulla weather forecast
20°
Partly cloudy
Feels like
22°
Humidity
94%
Wind
4 km/h N
Gusts
7 km/h
Cloud cover
73%
Pressure
1025 hPa
UV index
4
Sunrise / Sunset
08:06 / 19:14

Next 48 hours

20° 23 19° 02 17° 05 17° 08 22° 11 24° 14 24° 17 21° 20 18° 23 16° 02 16° 05 15° 08 22° 11 25° 14 24° 17 22° 20 23%
Today
Oct 15
Fog
24°17°
0% 12 SE
Tomorrow
Oct 16
Fog
24°16°
0% 12 W
Sat
Oct 17
Rain showers
26°15°
40% 1.2 mm 14 SW
Sun
Oct 18
Rain showers
20°15°
75% 10 mm 7 NW
Mon
Oct 19
Light rain
20°15°
67% 0.5 mm 9 NW
Tue
Oct 20
Overcast
23°13°
47% 7 N
Wed
Oct 21
Overcast
22°10°
39% 10 NE
Thu
Oct 22
Overcast
22°11°
9% 9 NW
Fri
Oct 23
Fog
21°14°
27% 13 NE
Sat
Oct 24
Partly cloudy
20°14°
29% 10 NE
Sun
Oct 25
Light drizzle
20°14°
19% 0.6 mm 9 NW
Mon
Oct 26
Fog
21°15°
19% 10 NW
Tue
Oct 27
Light drizzle
21°16°
19% 1.6 mm 9 E
Wed
Oct 28
Light drizzle
21°16°
32% 0.8 mm 8 NE
Thu
Oct 29
Mainly clear
21°15°
39% 7 N
Fri
Oct 30
Fog
24°14°
19% 13 NE
European AQI27Fair
PM2.57.2
PM1011.2
NO₂15.2
O₃61
Pollen
Alder 0Birch 0Grass 0Mugwort 1Olive 0Ragweed 0
Climate

Best time to visit Altafulla

Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).

Best time to goJuly–August
0°9°18°26°35° 050100 mm Jan · 40 mmFeb · 28 mmMar · 39 mmApr · 42 mmMay · 56 mmJun · 36 mmJul · 18 mmAug · 47 mmSep · 69 mmOct · 72 mmNov · 50 mmDec · 41 mm 14°15°16°18°21°25°28°28°26°22°17°15° 5°6°7°9°12°16°19°19°17°13°8°6° JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high Average low Sea temperature Rainfall (mm) Best time to go

Month by month

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high14°15°16°18°21°25°28°28°26°22°17°15°
Average low5°6°7°9°12°16°19°19°17°13°8°6°
Sea temperature14°13°13°15°17°21°24°26°24°21°18°15°
Rainfall (mm)402839425636184769725041
Rain days1071010108578101010
Sunshine per day (h)4.75.76.47.38.49.410.49.17.46.24.94.5
Daylight (h)9.510.611.813.314.515.114.913.812.4119.89.2
Humidity (%)726765646563616569727372
Wind (km/h)111313131212111210111112
Go score465361688088959187816250

The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.

Tourist density

Altafulla: tourist crowds by month

How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.

Tourist density
Low
Busiest months
August
Quietest months
November–March
Sweet spot
May–June and September–October
Good weather, fewer crowds
Very quietQuietModerateBusyVery busy ★ Sweet spot
Sea

Altafulla: sea water temperature

Water temperature details
Water temperature today
24°C (75°F)
How it feels: pleasant

Wave height: 0.1 m

Swimming season

June–October

Thu24°
Fri24°
Sat24°
Sun24°
Mon24°
Tue24°
Wed23°

Average sea temperature by month

21°C 14° Jan 13° Feb 13° Mar 15° Apr 17° May 21° Jun 24° Jul 26° Aug 24° Sep 21° Oct 18° Nov 15° Dec

Nearby beaches & coastal towns

Landmarks nearby

Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.

Things to do in Altafulla
Practical

Altafulla: practical information

Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.

Power plugs
CF
Voltage
230 V · 50 Hz
Driving
Drive on the right
Currency

Euro

EUR · €

1 USD ≈ 0.892 EUR

Languages
Spanish
Calling code
+34
Emergency numbers
Safety & travel advice
2
Exercise increased cautionUS travel advisory
No travel warningsUK travel advice · Aug 12, 2026
Read the full advice
Typical prices
  • Meal, casual restaurant€14.00≈ $16.00
  • Cappuccino€3.40≈ $3.80
  • Beer (0.5 l)€5.00≈ $5.60
  • Bottled water (1.5 l)€1.50≈ $1.70
  • Taxi, 5 km€10.00≈ $11.00
  • Public transport ticket€1.80≈ $2.10
  • Mid-range hotel, per night€115≈ $125

Estimated from Spain’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 69% of US levels.

Upcoming public holidays
  • Nov 1All Saints Day
  • Dec 6Constitution Day
  • Dec 8Immaculate Conception
  • Dec 25Christmas Day
  • Jan 1New Year's Day
  • Jan 6Epiphany
Sun & daylight
Sunrise
08:06
Sunset
19:14
Daylight today
11 h
Local time in Altafulla
Earthquake history

No earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km since 1975.

Map

How to get to Altafulla

Nearest airports

Distances

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Hotels

Hotels in Altafulla

Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.

Hotels in Altafulla
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Wildlife around here

The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.

Population history

2000–2025
01.5K3.1K4.6K6.1K 200020052010201520202025 2000: 3,0512010: 4,5602023: 5,5002024: 5,6162025: 5,664
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Altafulla?

Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Altafulla is July–August.

What is the weather like in Altafulla in October?

In October, Altafulla averages a high of 22°C (71°F) and a low of 13°C (55°F), with 72 mm of rain on about 10 days.

How warm is the sea in Altafulla?

The sea is warmest in August (about 26°C (78°F)). Swimming season: June–October.

What is the rainiest month in Altafulla?

December, with rain on about 10 days.

What is the nearest airport to Altafulla?

Reus Airport (REU), about 17 km away.

What power plugs are used in Spain?

Plug types C, F, 230 V.

What currency is used in Spain?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Spain?

112.

Is Spain safe to visit?

US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.

When is Altafulla most crowded?

The busiest months are August.

When is Altafulla least crowded?

The quietest months are November–March.

When is the best time to visit Altafulla without the crowds?

May–June and September–October: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.

What time zone is Altafulla in?

Europe/Madrid (UTC+2).

What is the population of Altafulla?

About 3,975.