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City Trips Potential

95/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

May, October, September

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Avoid

July, August

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Weather

7°C – 26°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best time to visit Madrid for a city trip is May, October, September, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Madrid

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
46Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
34
February
53Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
32
March
72Good
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
11°33
April
87Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°43
May
95Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°40
June
84Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°20
July
56Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°7
August
58Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
26°9
September
90Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°25
October
94Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
16°59
November
69Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
10°51
December
48Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
43

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Madrid

When is the best time to visit Madrid for city trips?

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The best time to visit Madrid for city trips is typically in May, October, September, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Madrid?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Madrid, making it a year-round destination for city trips.

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