Weather in Madrid
What's the weather like in Madrid?
Madrid has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 10°C (50°F) in January to 33°C (91°F) in July, with overnight lows around 2°C (36°F) and 18°C (64°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Madrid are April through June, and September through October.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇪🇸 Spain
- Region
- Europe
- Time zone
- Europe/Madrid
- Coordinates
- 40.417, -3.704
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C / 50°F | 2°C / 36°F | 35 mm | 8 | 0 |
| February | 12°C / 54°F | 3°C / 37°F | 35 mm | 8 | 0 |
| March | 16°C / 61°F | 5°C / 41°F | 25 mm | 7 | 0 |
| April | 18°C / 64°F | 7°C / 45°F | 50 mm | 10 | 0 |
| May | 22°C / 72°F | 11°C / 52°F | 50 mm | 10 | 0 |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 15°C / 59°F | 25 mm | 5 | 0 |
| July | 33°C / 91°F | 18°C / 64°F | 10 mm | 2 | 0 |
| August | 32°C / 90°F | 18°C / 64°F | 10 mm | 2 | 0 |
| September | 27°C / 81°F | 15°C / 59°F | 25 mm | 5 | 0 |
| October | 20°C / 68°F | 10°C / 50°F | 55 mm | 8 | 0 |
| November | 14°C / 57°F | 5°C / 41°F | 50 mm | 10 | 0 |
| December | 11°C / 52°F | 3°C / 37°F | 55 mm | 9 | 0 |
Madrid by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Madrid?
The most comfortable months in Madrid are usually May, September, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Madrid?
July is typically the hottest month in Madrid, averaging a high of 33°C (91°F).
What is the coldest month in Madrid?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 2°C (36°F).
Does it snow in Madrid?
Snow is rare in Madrid; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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