🇮🇹 Florence vs Madrid 🇪🇸

Florence, Italy vs Madrid, Spain — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Florence is the warmer of the two — about 1 degree warmer on average across the year. Madrid is drier, with roughly 5 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇮🇹 Florence🇪🇸 Madrid
Avg annual high21°C20°C
Hottest monthJuly (32°C)July (33°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (2°C low)January (2°C low)
Rainy days / year8984
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Best months to visitApril, May, OctoberMay, September, October

🇮🇹 Florence

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (32°C), coldest lows in January (2°C).

🇪🇸 Madrid

Best around May, September, October. Hottest in July (33°C), coldest lows in January (2°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Florence or Madrid warmer?

Florence is warmer overall, averaging about 1 degree higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Florence or Madrid?

Florence is rainier — Madrid sees about 5 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Florence vs Madrid?

Florence is best around April, May, October; Madrid is best around May, September, October.

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