Verdict: Excellent month
Madrid Weather in April
April hits the sweet spot in Madrid — highs around 20°C (68°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 9 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, April is one of the best months of the year to be in Madrid.
Average high
20°C / 68°F
Average low
8°C / 46°F
Rain days
~9
Precipitation
61 mm
What to pack for Madrid in April
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Evenings turn genuinely cool — pack a warm layer for after dark
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
April against the rest of the year
Warmest in Madrid: Jul (35°C / 95°F) · Coolest: Jan (10°C / 50°F) · Wettest: Mar (~10 rain days)
10°
1°
Jan
15°
4°
Feb
16°
5°
Mar
20°
8°
Apr
25°
12°
May
29°
16°
Jun
35°
20°
Jul
34°
20°
Aug
26°
15°
Sep
22°
11°
Oct
15°
6°
Nov
11°
3°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)