Madrid in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Madrid (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 12.0°C and lows of 2.6°C, with around 110.5mm of rain across the season (18 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Madrid covers December, January, February.
Winter in Madrid month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 11.3°C | 3.7°C | 58.7mm | 10 | 10/10 |
| January | 10.0°C | 0.7°C | 32.9mm | 5 | 10/10 |
| February | 14.7°C | 3.3°C | 18.9mm | 3 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Madrid in winter
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light waterproof layer
- Warm winter coat
- Thermal underlayers
- Gloves, hat and scarf
- Waterproof boots
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Madrid?
Winter in Madrid rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 12.0°C with 110.5mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Madrid in winter?
Daytime highs average 12.0°C (53.6°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 2.6°C.
What months are winter in Madrid?
Madrid is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Madrid · Madrid annual climate · Madrid in spring · Madrid in summer · Madrid in autumn
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Winter in Madrid — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.