🇬🇧 London vs Madrid 🇪🇸

London, United Kingdom vs Madrid, Spain — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Madrid is the warmer of the two — about 4 degrees warmer on average across the year. Madrid is drier, with roughly 27 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇬🇧 London🇪🇸 Madrid
Avg annual high16°C20°C
Hottest monthJuly (24°C)July (33°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (3°C low)January (2°C low)
Rainy days / year11184
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustMay, September, October

🇬🇧 London

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

🇪🇸 Madrid

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

Frequently asked questions

Is London or Madrid warmer?

Madrid is warmer overall, averaging about 4 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, London or Madrid?

London is rainier — Madrid sees about 27 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit London vs Madrid?

London is best around June, July, August; Madrid is best around May, September, October.

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