Madrid Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Madrid.
Climate overview of Madrid
Spring and autumn are mild with the most rainfall falling in these months. Nevertheless spring and autumn are definitely the best times to visit, we recommend the months April, May, June, September and October.
Madrid Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Madrid — and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Madrid
In Madrid, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C (93°F) in July to a chilly 12°C (54°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 19°C (66°F) in July to around 2°C (36°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Madrid
Madrid tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 465 mm (18 in) of rain/snow per year. The climate in Madrid shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in October, the wettest month, with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) of precipitation over 11 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 7.2 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Madrid Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Madrid
For those who appreciate different seasons, Madrid serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 11.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 4.1 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Madrid by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Madrid.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 77%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 41%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Madrid
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) in January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December to 3 m/s (6 knots) in April. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Madrid
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Madrid
What is the best time to visit Madrid?
April, May, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather in Madrid. In contrast, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions. Madrid has a distinct dry season from June to September.
What temperatures can I expect in Madrid?
Daytime highs range from 12°C (54°F) in January to 34°C (93°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 2°C (36°F) to 19°C (66°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Madrid get?
Annual rainfall is around 465 mm (18 in). October is the wettest month with 64 mm (2.5 in), while July is the driest with 7.2 mm (0.3 in).
How sunny is Madrid?
Madrid receives around 2,712 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 350 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 122 hours. Overall, Madrid enjoys abundant sunshine.
Madrid 3-Day Forecast
Madrid 3-Day Forecast
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