Best Time to Visit Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
Madrid is at its sunniest and driest in May–October.
The best time to visit Madrid for sunny, dry weather is May–October — 6 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through June–September and January–March; the wetter half falls in April–May and October–December. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 6.2°C / 43.2°F in January to 25°C / 77°F in July, with rainfall from 10 mm / 0.4 in (August) to 52 mm / 2 in (November). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Madrid's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | 16.3°C61.3°F | 50 mm2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 21.3°C70.3°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| July | 25°C77°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| August | 24.6°C76.3°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 20.7°C69.3°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 14.8°C58.6°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Madrid?
The best time to visit Madrid for sunny, dry weather is May, June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 25°C / 77°F, and the driest is August with about 10 mm / 0.4 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Madrid's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Madrid?
The rainy season at Madrid, Community of Madrid runs through April–May and October–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 39 mm / 1.5 in. The wettest single month is November (52 mm / 2 in).
What is the driest month in Madrid?
The driest month in Madrid is August, averaging about 10 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 24.6°C / 76.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Madrid?
The least comfortable months for travel to Madrid — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, May, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 52 mm / 2 in in November, and the coldest month averages 6.2°C / 43.2°F.
Is Madrid climate different from Spain overall?
Yes, usually. Our Madrid figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Spain figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Madrid specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.