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Madrid weather and climate

Central Spain

Madrid weather and climate

 

Day

32 °C

 

Night

19 °C

 

Precipitation

10 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

2 days

in month

 

Daylight

14 hours

average

 

Sunshine

11 hours

average

 

Humidity

41 %

 

Day

32 °C

 

Night

19 °C

 

Precipitation

10 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

2 days

in month

 

Daylight

14 hours

average

 

Sunshine

11 hours

average

 

Humidity

41 %

Overview: Madrid
The city of Madrid, nestled in Spain, experiences a temperate continental climate, characterized by mild fluctuations in temperature throughout the year. The typical daytime temperatures range from a brisk 10 °C (51 °F) in January to a warm 33 °C (91 °F) in July. Madrid's skies are driest in July, with a mere 2 days of precipitation observed, while the most plentiful rainfall occurs in April, reaching up to 8 days. When night falls, the temperatures can dip to a cool 3 °C (37 °F) in January and rise to a comfortable 19 °C (65 °F) in July. The city also enjoys an array of sunny hours, with the sunlight hours increasing as the year progresses.

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Last week's weather in Madrid

Average daily temperature during the week of 7 July 2025 - 13 July 2025 was 33 °C (91 °F), average minimal (night) temperature was 20 °C (68 °F). The current temperatures are roughly same as the long-term average for Madrid, with the daily and nighttime temperatures being 33 °C (91 °F) and 19 °C (66 °F), respectively. In the end, Saturday was coldest day of the week. On average, the temperatures during various times of day (in local time) were recorded as: 7am 20 °C (68 °F), 10am 24 °C (75 °F), 1pm 29 °C (84 °F), 4pm 32 °C (90 °F), 7pm 33 °C (91 °F), 10pm 29 °C (84 °F).

The week had 6 days without rain and 1 day with light rain. The total precipitation for the week in Madrid was 0 mm (0.00 in), which is below the area's average of 2 mm (0.08 in). The daytime hours (from dawn to dusk) had an average cloud coverage of 4 %.

The wind's speed averaged 4.1 m/s. The prevailing winds blew from the South-West. The air pressure was 1007 hpa - 1017 hpa. The air in Madrid had an average humidity of 42 %.

On average, there were 15 hours clear skies during the daytime (from dawn to dusk). On average, the time of sunrise was 06:53, and the time of sunset was 21:46.

Weather overview for Madrid

Weather overview

The city of Madrid, nestled in Spain, experiences a temperate continental climate, characterized by mild fluctuations in temperature throughout the year. The typical daytime temperatures range from a brisk 10 °C (51 °F) in January to a warm 33 °C (91 °F) in July. Madrid's skies are driest in July, with a mere 2 days of precipitation observed, while the most plentiful rainfall occurs in April, reaching up to 8 days. When night falls, the temperatures can dip to a cool 3 °C (37 °F) in January and rise to a comfortable 19 °C (65 °F) in July. The city also enjoys an array of sunny hours, with the sunlight hours increasing as the year progresses.

January weather

In January, Madrid witnesses its lowest daytime temperature, a chilly 10 °C (51 °F), alongside the minimum nocturnal temperature of 3 °C (37 °F). Rainfall begins to decrease, amounting to 32 mm (1.25 in). The city welcomes additional sunlit hours which now average 4 hours. The winds remain gentle, blowing at a lowly 2.

February weather

February in Madrid is marked by a noticeable increase in sunlight hours, averaging 5 hours. One might also witness a subtle rise in daytime temperatures, which sit at 13 °C (55 °F).

March weather

As spring approaches, March sees a reduction in the number of rainy days in Madrid. Meanwhile, the night temperatures gently rise to an average of 6 °C (43 °F), paralleling the climb of daytime temperatures to 17 °C (62 °F). Sunlight hours continue their upward trend, now reaching 6 hours.

April weather

April finds Madrid at the peak of its rainy season, with an average of 8 days of rain. The daytime temperature continues its ascent, now at 19 °C (66 °F), and the pleasant trend is also seen in nighttime temperatures with an average of 7 °C (45 °F). Sunlight hours extend further, now totaling 7 hours. However, wind speed also reaches its zenith at 3.

May weather

The onset of May in Madrid brings a decrease in the number of rainy days, averaging 8 days. The warmth of the day temperature, similar to previous months, climbs to 23 °C (73 °F), and the nocturnal warmth parallels, registering at 11 °C (52 °F). An increase in sunlit hours is noted as well, at 8 hours.

June weather

By June, Madrid's daytime temperature escalates to 29 °C (84 °F), heralding the start of the tourist season. Concurrently, there's a diminishing count of rainy days, now reported at 4 days, and a tapering of rainfall, with the amount at 21 mm (0.84 in). As the tourist season kicks off, sun hours increase steadily, akin to the preceding months, and the days attain their maximum length.

July weather

July celebrates the peak of daytime temperatures in Madrid, a sweltering 33 °C (91 °F), while also observing the highest nighttime temperatures, averaging 19 °C (65 °F). The scant number of rainy days, at 2 days, denotes the driest part of the year, with rainfall amounts similarly receding. Prolonged sunlit hours become the norm, averaging 11 hours.

August weather

As August unfolds, the scorching daytime temperatures begin a subtle decline to 32 °C (89 °F) in Madrid. The pervasive tourist season continues, complemented by a minimum in rainfall amounts recorded at 10 mm (0.38 in). Sunlight hours start their descent, now averaging 11 hours.

September weather

September brings a mild decrease in Madrid's daytime temperatures, now at an average of 27 °C (80 °F), and a downturn in night temperatures is also evident. Rainy days exhibit a slight uptick, equating to 4 days, and rain accumulation witnesses a gradual rise. The count of sunlight hours continues its decline, currently at 8 hours.

October weather

October in Madrid sees a continual increase in rainy days, which now stand at 7 days, while the height of rainfall accumulation can be noted. The fallback in daily temperatures now registers at 20 °C (68 °F), and the decrease in nighttime temperatures mirrors the previous month's, remaining steady at 11 °C (51 °F). The dwindling number of sunlit hours is again apparent, currently standing at 6 hours.

November weather

November observes a continued increase in number of rainy days, quantified at 8 days in Madrid. The nocturnal temperatures dip again to an average of 6 °C (43 °F), while the general decline of the daytime temperatures continues, now at 14 °C (58 °F). As sun exposure diminishes, the hours register 5 hours.

December weather

As the year closes, December in Madrid manifests a further dip in both daytime, averaging 11 °C (51 °F), and night temperatures, resting at 4 °C (38 °F). Additionally, the proliferation of rainy days begins to taper, correlated with the peak in humidity, reaching 75 % in the city. The span of daylight reaches its minimum, and the paucity of sunny hours is also marked, averaging 4 hours.

FAQs

What is the typical daytime temperature in Madrid during January?

You can expect an average daytime temperature of about 10 °C (51 °F) in Madrid during January.

How frequent is precipitation in Madrid during February?

In February, Madrid sees a decrease in wet days, with the count being approximately 7 days.

Can one anticipate a rise in temperature during March nights in Madrid?

Definitely, as the night temperature in Madrid for March averages around 6 °C (43 °F).

What is the rainfall pattern like in Madrid for April?

Madrid experiences its highest rainfall in April, with wet conditions expected for about 8 days.

How does the daytime temperature progress in Madrid during May?

May in Madrid sees the daytime temperature rise smoothly to reach around 23 °C (73 °F).

As the summer solstice approaches, what changes occur in the day length during Madrid's June?

In June, with the summer solstice, Madrid enjoys the longest days of the year, averaging about 15 of daylight.

Is it typically sunny in Madrid during July?

Absolutely, Madrid relishes in abundant sunshine in July, with an average of 11 of clear skies.

What are the chances of experiencing rain during August in Madrid?

Rain is notably scarce in August, with just around 2 days likely to have any rainfall.

In September, what weather can tourists expect during their visit to Madrid?

Tourists can expect generally warm weather in September, with daytime temperatures averaging 27 °C (80 °F) and a slight possibility of rain.

Are the days significantly shorter during October in Madrid?

October marks shorter days, with daylight lasting about 11, noticeably less than the summer months.

What is the typical relative humidity in Madrid throughout November?

Madrid in November has a relatively high humidity, averaging around 72 %.

When considering December in Madrid, what is the expected length of sunlight hours?

In December, Madrid experiences the shortest duration of sunshine, with just about 4 of sunlight.

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