Europa Point
Europa Point is a headland located in Gibraltar. It is the southernmost point of the territory and is one of the most looked-up sights in the country.
Planning a visit
The warmest and driest months to visit are June through August, when daily highs reach between 22 °C and 25 °C and rainfall is minimal. The winter months, particularly December, see the most rain, with up to 170 mm. Europa Point is located 3 km from the center of Gibraltar and 5 km from Gibraltar Airport. You can combine a trip here with visits to nearby locations such as Gorham's Cave, which is 1.3 km away, or the Mediterranean Steps, located 1.7 km from the headland. St. Michael's Cave is 1.8 km away, while the Great Siege Tunnels and the Gibraltar Nature Reserve are both 4 km from the site.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 25 °C. The wettest is December, with about 170 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 15 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 19 | 22 | 25 | 25 | 23 | 21 | 18 | 16 |
| Average low, °C | 12 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 15 | 13 |
| Rainfall, mm | 104 | 97 | 67 | 68 | 29 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 25 | 82 | 128 | 170 |
| Rainy days | 8 | 7 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 9 | 8 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
