Best time to visit Madrid
Re-score for me — drag the dial — every chart on the page recolours live for your heat limit 27°C
Default 27 °C is the upper edge of the Holiday Climate Index "ideal comfort" band (Scott, Rutty, Amelung & Tang, 2016). Above this, most warm-tourism travellers report measurable discomfort.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
How is this scored? HCI / Steadman / CCI gate — full methodology and citations below.
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Tours in Madrid
30 top-rated tours via Viator. Booking links earn this site a commission at no cost to you. Map locations are approximate (centred on Madrid).
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Toledo Private Tour with Licensed Guide and Driver from Madrid - 2
Madrid Old City Guided Exclusive Guided Walking Tour - 3
Three Cities in One Day: Segovia, Avila and Toledo from Madrid - 4
Paella Workshop with Bottomless Sangria in Central Madrid - 5
Spanish Cooking Class Paella Tapas and Sangria in Madrid - 6
Toledo Jewish Heritage Private Tour with expert local guide - 7
Reina Sofia Museum Madrid Exclusive Guided Tour - 8
Madrid: Royal Palace Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket - 9
Tour Welcome Madrid in Eco Tuk Tuk Private with Local Guide - 10
Royal Palace & Prado Museum Skip the Line Guided Tour - 11
Prado Museum Madrid Guided Tour with Skip the Line Ticket - 12
Private Eco Tuk Tuk Tour with Local Guide - 13
Toledo Private Tour with Licensed Local Guide - 14
Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Optional Tapas - 15
Madrid Tapas, Wine and History Tour - 16
Old Madrid Tapas & Wine Tasting Tour - Real Small Groups 8 Max - 17
"Madrid: Panoramic views in Tuk Tuk with pickup available" - 18
Madrid Tapas & Wine Tasting Walking Tour – Small Group Local Bars - 19
Madrid Countryside Wineries Guided Tour with Wine Tasting - 20
Paella Cooking Class in Madrid with Bottomless Wine Pairing - 21
Prado Museum Small Group Tour with Skip the Line Ticket - 22
Madrid Tapas & Taverns Small Group Food & History Tour - 23
Toledo Tour & Vineyard Experience with Wine Tasting from Madrid - 24
Toledo Tour from Madrid: Cathedral, Synagogue & St. Tome's Church - 25
Madrid Tapas & Wine Tour with Rooftop Views and Local Guide - 26
Madrid Highlights Bike Tour - 27
Madrid Food Tour: Discover Tapas & A Secret Dish with a Local - 28
Madrid Ultimate Spanish Cuisine Food Tour - 29
Prado Museum & Royal Palace: Madrid Private Tour in English - 30
Madrid Royal Palace and Prado Museum Private Tour with Transfers
Last refreshed 2026-05-25.
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Other destinations with the most-alike year-round climate to Madrid (apparent temperature, rain hours, sunshine — matched within the same trip-profile). The ±N chip compares each match's typical score for the current month against Madrid's. Based on the 2020-2024 climatology, not this year's actual weather.
Month-by-month
| Month | Temp °C | Feels °C | Rain days | Rain h | Rain h/day | Humidity | Wind km/h | Sun h | UV | Interest | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1–10 | 7 | 6 | 74 | 12.3 | 71% | 16 | 160 | 1 | Quiet | 6 |
| Feb | 4–15 | 12 | 5 | 50 | 10.0 | 62% | 17 | 177 | 3 | Quiet | 7 |
| Mar | 6–16 | 13 | 10 | 124 | 12.4 | 55% | 20 | 201 | 4 | Quiet | 7 |
| Apr | 8–20 | 17 | 9 | 108 | 12.0 | 49% | 18 | 241 | 6 | Quiet | 8 |
| May | 12–25 | 23 | 6 | 56 | 9.3 | 38% | 20 | 291 | 7 | Quiet | 9 |
| Jun | 16–29 | 28 | 6 | 52 | 8.7 | 36% | 19 | 291 | 8 | Quiet | 9 |
| Jul | 20–35 | 33 | 1 | 5 | 5.0 | 25% | 20 | 324 | 9 | Quiet | 5 |
| Aug | 20–34 | 33 | 2 | 11 | 5.5 | 29% | 19 | 295 | 8 | Busy | 5 |
| Sep | 15–26 | 25 | 7 | 74 | 10.6 | 47% | 17 | 243 | 6 | Busy | 9 |
| Oct | 11–22 | 20 | 10 | 101 | 10.1 | 56% | 17 | 196 | 4 | Moderate | 9 |
| Nov | 6–15 | 13 | 7 | 79 | 11.3 | 72% | 16 | 162 | 2 | Peak | 7 |
| Dec | 3–11 | 9 | 8 | 83 | 10.4 | 76% | 15 | 143 | 1 | Moderate | 6 |
UV Index in Madrid by Month
UV index in Madrid peaks at 9 (very high) in July, dropping to 1 (low) in January. July, August reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
Best months in detail
September
9/1015–26°C · 7 rain days (74h) · 243 sun hours · 47% humidity · Busy crowd · UV 6 (high)
May
9/1012–25°C (feels 23°C) · 6 rain days (56h) · 291 sun hours · 38% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 7 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 9 (very high)
June
9/1016–29°C (feels 28°C) · 6 rain days (52h) · 291 sun hours · 36% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 8 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 10 (very high)
Every month
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January
6/101–10°C (feels 7°C) · 6 rain days (74h) · 160 sun hours · 71% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 1 (low)
February
7/104–15°C (feels 12°C) · 5 rain days (50h) · 177 sun hours · 62% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 3 (low) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 4 (moderate)
March
7/106–16°C (feels 13°C) · 10 rain days (124h) · 201 sun hours · 55% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 4 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 7 (high)
April
8/108–20°C (feels 17°C) · 9 rain days (108h) · 241 sun hours · 49% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 6 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 8 (very high)
July
5/1020–35°C (feels 33°C) · 1 rain days (5h) · 324 sun hours · 25% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 9 (very high)
August
5/1020–34°C (feels 33°C) · 2 rain days (11h) · 295 sun hours · 29% humidity · Busy crowd · UV 8 (very high)
October
9/1011–22°C (feels 20°C) · 10 rain days (101h) · 196 sun hours · 56% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 4 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 5 (moderate)
November
7/106–15°C (feels 13°C) · 7 rain days (79h) · 162 sun hours · 72% humidity · Peak crowd · UV 2 (low)
December
6/103–11°C (feels 9°C) · 8 rain days (83h) · 143 sun hours · 76% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 1 (low)
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Frequently asked questions about visiting Madrid
When is the best time to visit Madrid?
September is the highest-scoring month (9/10 on the Holiday Climate Index). Typical conditions: 15–26°C (7 rainy days). The top three months by score are September, May, June.
What is the worst time to visit Madrid?
July is the lowest-scoring month (5/10, capped by extreme heat). Typical conditions: 20–35°C (1 rainy day).
Is Madrid too hot in summer?
2 months (July, August) trip the heat deal-breaker in our scoring: apparent temperature crosses the comfort cap, so even with clear skies and low rain the score is held down. Plan around it if heat tolerance is low.
When are crowds lowest in Madrid?
Search-interest seasonality (Google Trends 2021-2025) is lowest in January and peaks in November. Interest tracks both in-trip visitors and lead-time planners, so treat it as a "destination is on people's minds" signal rather than literal arrivals.
Which months in Madrid have good weather but fewer tourists?
May (climate 9/10, crowd index 5) and June (climate 9/10, crowd index 4) — shoulder months with above-average climate and below-median search-interest. Often the best value-for-weather trade.
What is the UV index in Madrid by month?
UV peaks at 9 (very high) in July and is lowest in January at 1 (low). Monthly peak values: Jan 1, Feb 3, Mar 4, Apr 6, May 7, Jun 8, Jul 9, Aug 8, Sep 6, Oct 4, Nov 2, Dec 1. July, August reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
What is the UV index in Madrid in July?
July is the peak UV month in Madrid, with a daily-peak UV index of 9 (very high). At this level, sunburn can occur in under 20 minutes on unprotected fair skin. Apply SPF 50+, wear protective clothing and a hat, and avoid direct midday sun (11:00–17:00).
How high can UV get in Madrid on the sunniest days?
Most days look like the monthly average, but on the sunniest ~1 in 10 days UV climbs higher than the mean suggests. June is the worst case: typical days average UV 8 (high), but the top 10% of days reach UV 10 (very high) — and even higher. Months where the sunniest days routinely exceed the typical reading: February, March, April, May, June, October. Plan sun protection for the worst case, not the average.
Is air quality in Madrid bad for travelers?
PM2.5 (fine-particle pollution) exceeds the WHO sensitive-group guideline (15 µg/m³) in 5 months: January, February, March, November, December. The worst month is December with a typical-day mean of 13 µg/m³ (moderate); on the worst 10% of days PM2.5 reaches 23 µg/m³ (unhealthy for sensitive) and higher. People with asthma, heart conditions, or sensitive children may want to avoid these months or limit outdoor activity. Source: CAMS via Open-Meteo.