Madrid weather in December
December in Madrid: cold, a little rain, with very humid — a good time to visit.
#12 of 12 months in Madrid · #363 of 604 destinations to visit in December · comfort 66/100 (tier C)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
Madrid climate normals — December
| Daytime high | 11°C / 52°F | 🧥 cold |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 4°C / 38°F | |
| Feels like (high) | 9°C / 48°F | |
| Rainfall | 58 mm / 2.3 in | 🌦 some rain |
| Rainy days | 8 days | |
| Humidity | 84% | 💦 very humid |
| Dew point | 5°C / 40°F | |
| Sunshine | 5.8 h/day | |
| Daylight | 9.3 h | |
| Wind | 13 km/h / 8 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 60 | 🙂 moderate |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Madrid in December — FAQ
- Is December a good time to visit Madrid?
- December in Madrid: cold, a little rain, with very humid — a good time to visit. It ranks #12 of 12 months for Madrid on SeasonMap's comfort score (66/100).
- What is the weather like in Madrid in December?
- In December, Madrid averages a daily high of 11.3°C and a low of 3.6°C, with about 58.1 mm of rain over roughly 8.4 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Madrid in December?
- Madrid has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 60 in December.