Isla del Congreso Island
Small uninhabited island off Spain's southern coast
Isla del Congreso at a Glance#
Address: Isla del Congreso (Isla del Congreso), Alborán Sea (off southern Spain)
Admission: No formal entrance fee (uninhabited islet)
How to Get to Isla del Congreso#
Reached only by private boat; the nearest embarkation points are ports along Andalusia’s southern coast (Almería/Málaga). Strong currents in the Alborán Sea require experienced skippers.
Tips for Visiting Isla del Congreso#
- Strong currents and variable seas mean only experienced skippers should attempt landings; charter a boat with local knowledge.
- There is no infrastructure - bring water and plan to stay only briefly if landing is allowed.
- Check Spanish maritime notices for any temporary restrictions before planning a visit.
Best Time to Visit Isla del Congreso#
Best in late spring through early autumn for more predictable sea conditions and clearer water.
Late spring
-early autumn
May
-Sept · 18
-28°C (64
-82°F)
Best sea conditions for approach; calmer weather windows for small craft.
Weather & Climate near Isla del Congreso#
Climate
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 9°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 52
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| February | Very Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 39 mm | some cloud | 72% | 3.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Very Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 37 mm | partly cloudy | 70% | 3.5 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 12° - 20° | 16° | 54 mm | some cloud | 69% | 3.8 m/s | 1.5 high | 13.0h |
| May | Excellent | 15° - 23° | 19° | 32 mm | some cloud | 67% | 3.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.9h |
| June | Ideal | 18° - 26° | 22° | 5 mm | mostly sunny | 63% | 3.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.4h |
| July | Ideal | 20° - 29° | 25° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 57% | 3.6 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.1h |
| August | Ideal | 21° - 30° | 25° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 59% | 3.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.3h |
| September | Ideal | 19° - 28° | 23° | 19 mm | some cloud | 67% | 3.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.3h |
| October | Ideal | 16° - 24° | 20° | 24 mm | some cloud | 68% | 3.0 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 11.2h |
| November | Excellent | 13° - 21° | 17° | 21 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.4 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.2h |
| December | Very Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 43 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.7h |
