What to pack for Madrid in December
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 82%; max daily wind around 16 km/h.
How December compares
Best months in Madrid: April–May & September–October. See the full best time to visit Madrid guide.
Madrid in December: the details
In December, Madrid sees average daytime highs of 11°C (53°F) and overnight lows of 4°C (38°F). Rainfall totals roughly 55 mm across 8.5 rainy days, and the sun shines about 6.1 hours per day with 9.1 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 82%.
In context: December is the 11th-warmest month and the 5th-wettest in Madrid. The sunniest month is July (13.9 h/day).
| Metric | December average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 11°C / 53°F |
| Overnight low | 4°C / 38°F |
| Rainfall | 55 mm over 8.5 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 6.1 h/day (9.1 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 82% |
| Travel score | 5.4 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Madrid, Spain (40.42, -3.7) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Madrid in December?
Daytime highs in Madrid in December average 11°C (53°F); nights drop to about 4°C.
Does it rain in Madrid in December?
Expect around 8.5 rainy days and 55 mm of rainfall in December.
Is December a good time to visit Madrid?
December is a fair shoulder-season month in Madrid — decent conditions with some trade-offs. Overall travel score: 5.4/10. The best months are April–May & September–October.
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