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Living in Malaga

Mild winters, beaches and a growing tech and nomad scene.

Weather

January / July average: 13°C / 26°C
Sunny days a year: 300
Best time for a trial stay: May to October

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Everyday life

Cost of living vs. home: $$ A bit cheaper
Language: Spanish; English common on the coast

Warm wintersBeachGolfFood sceneRemote-work hubLower cost

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Living in Malaga, Spain · Pinned