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Altea
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A seaside resort north of Benidorm on the Costa Blanca. Its centre features narrow cobbled streets lined with white houses around a beautiful church.
Overview of Altea
A seaside resort north of Benidorm, on the Costa Blanca. Its centre consists of narrow cobbled streets lined with white houses around a beautiful church.
Key facts
- Type of place: small town.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
- Location:
- Distances:
- Local time: .
- Population: 21,813 (2017).
- Area: 34.43 km².
- Altitude: sea level.
- Website: www.altea.es/
History of Altea
What to see and do in Altea
In the surrounding area
Climate and weather
Generally, Altea has a mild, temperate Mediterranean semi-arid climate, with dry, hot summers and pleasant winters. There is some rainfall in late autumn and spring. To avoid the possible intense summer heat—and especially the crowds—the shoulder seasons are recommended.
Sea temperature throughout the year
| Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altea | 13 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 16 | 20 | 22 | 23 | 22 | 19 | 16 | 14 |