Madrid · WinterMonth summary
Madrid weather in January
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
34°F – 50°F
🌧 Rainy days
22% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.5/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (8.9/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Madrid in January?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you enjoy winter atmosphere and the lowest prices of the year.
❌ No if: you're looking for sunshine or outdoor activities.
Our take: January is an average time for Madrid. June (8.9/10) is clearly preferable.
By trip type
Madrid in January by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in January
Winter in Madrid is cool (10°F during the day). Days are short (8.1h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. Rain risk remains low (22% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. June (8.9/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | 34°F | 50°F | 22% | 0.1in | 8.1h | 5.5/10 |
| ⛅ February | 37°F | 57°F | 19% | 0.0in | 9.1h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 41°F | 59°F | 34% | 0.1in | 10.1h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 46°F | 64°F | 32% | 0.1in | 11.5h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 52°F | 75°F | 23% | 0.1in | 12.9h | 8.5/10 |
| ☀️ June | 63°F | 86°F | 15% | 0.0in | 13.7h | 8.9/10 |
| ☀️ July | 68°F | 93°F | 2% | 0.0in | 13.5h | 7.9/10 |
| ☀️ August | 68°F | 93°F | 5% | 0.0in | 12.7h | 7.7/10 |
| ☀️ September | 59°F | 81°F | 17% | 0.1in | 11.2h | 8.7/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 54°F | 72°F | 26% | 0.1in | 9.7h | 7.7/10 |
| ⛅ November | 43°F | 57°F | 28% | 0.1in | 7.8h | 6.1/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 37°F | 52°F | 23% | 0.1in | 7.3h | 5.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In January, Madrid averages 50°F, 22% rainy days and 8.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.5/10.
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Comparison
January vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 8.9/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +20°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -7%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +5.6h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Madrid in January
Is January a good time to visit Madrid?
January is an acceptable time for Madrid (score 5.5/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider June (8.9/10) if possible.
What's the weather like in Madrid in January?
It's cool with 50°F daytime and 34°F at night. 8.1h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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