🇪🇸 Madrid vs Montpellier 🇫🇷

Madrid, Spain vs Montpellier, France — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Both cities run similar average temperatures year-round. Madrid is drier, with roughly 5 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇪🇸 Madrid🇫🇷 Montpellier
Avg annual high20°C20°C
Hottest monthJuly (33°C)July (31°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (2°C low)January (4°C low)
Rainy days / year8489
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitMay, September, OctoberMay, September, October

🇪🇸 Madrid

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

🇫🇷 Montpellier

Best around May, September, October. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (4°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Madrid or Montpellier warmer?

Madrid and Montpellier have very similar average temperatures.

Which is rainier, Madrid or Montpellier?

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

When is the best time to visit Madrid vs Montpellier?

Madrid is best around May, September, October; Montpellier is best around May, September, October.

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