The weather in Madrid, when is the best time to visit?
If you’re looking for a sunny vacation, Madrid is the ideal destination. With its mild winters and warm springs, the Spanish capital is one of the most popular destinations for tourists.
Find out more about the weather and temperatures in Madrid all year round in this article.
Weather and temperature, Madrid's advantageous geographical location
Located in the heart of Spain, at an altitude of almost 660m, Madrid has a continental climate. The Spanish capital therefore benefits from the weather and sunshine of a coastal city.
As a result, it’s very rare to have more than two consecutive days of rain, which is a great advantage when you’re here for a week’s vacation.
It’s also one of the reasons why many expatriates choose Madrid as their new home.
Thanks to this climate and the city’s sunny climate, it’s possible to visit Madrid all year round and enjoy the sun without having to travel to the other side of the world.
Madrid weather; summary of average temperatures and rainfall over the year
Here’s an overview of the weather in Madrid over the course of the year. You’ll find maximum and minimum temperatures. If you’d like more details, feel free to read the whole article. You’ll find practical information to help you plan your stay.
Visiting Madrid in winter: what's the weather like?
Winter is a time when Spaniards prepare for the festive season and the arrival of the Three Wise Men on January 6. It’s a very festive time of year, and the capital transforms itself to welcome thousands of tourists.
Stores are lit up and the Christmas atmosphere takes hold. Temperatures during this period can drop to 0° C, but the sun quickly warms the capital in the morning.
Madrid’s high level of sunshine means that you’ll enjoy many beautiful days, even in winter. We advise you to visit the city in the late morning and early afternoon to avoid getting too cold.
If you want to visit Madrid in winter, expect high prices. To benefit from low-season prices, we advise you to visit Madrid between January and February.
Madrid weather for December - January - February
Temperature: Between 0° and 14°.
Wind: Little wind and a few clouds.
Rain and snow: very light (no snow).
Sun: Some sunshine.
Visiting Madrid in spring - what's the weather like?
Temperatures start to rise again at the beginning of March, the sun becomes more intense and green spaces become verdant once more. April-May is one of the best times of the year to visit Madrid, but it’s also the high season, when prices are higher and the number of tourists increases considerably, so visiting museums without a guide can become a real obstacle course. If so, don’t panic, we’ve put together a complete guide to what to do when it rains in Madrid.
The rooftops become pleasant places to soak up the sun after a visit to one of the city’s museums.
If you want to get away from the gloom and enjoy Spain’s mild temperatures, Madrid is a great place to spend your Easter vacation.
Madrid weather for March - April - May
Temperature: between 14° and 25° humidity is average.
Wind: gusty.
Rain: a few days (low risk).
Sun: Strong sunshine.
Visiting Madrid in summer: what's the weather like?
The beginning and end of summer are two very pleasant times to visit Madrid: the wind is light, the temperature is 28° and the mornings are ideal for sightseeing.
We do not recommend August, which can be very hot and unpleasant (over 40° in full sun).
If you visit Madrid, you won’t have too many tourists, and you’ll be able to enjoy the city to the full without having to wait long minutes in front of the city’s museums. This will be the best time to discover Madrid’s swimming pools and relax after a day full of activities.
Madrid weather for June - July - August
Température : Entre 25° et 35° l’humidité est faible
Vent : peu de vent.
Pluie : Pas de précipitations
Soleil : Très forte présence de soleil.
Visiting Madrid in autumn: what's the weather like?
Autumn, like spring, is one of the best times to visit Madrid and make the most of what’s on offer.
It’s also high season and tourism is very intense, so if you don’t organize a minimum of private visits, it will be difficult to enjoy the museums without wasting time.
The weather will be very pleasant, with little wind and very little rain. In some years, you can enjoy a long summer lasting until mid-November, with an average temperature of 18°/20°.
Madrid weather for September - October - November
Temperature: between 15° and 25°, average humidity.
Wind: little wind and a few gusts, a few clouds at the end of November.
Rain: little precipitation. It is possible to find snow at the end of November in the high-altitude villages near Madrid.
Sun: some sunshine.