Verdict: Good month
Madrid Weather in December
December is mild-to-cool in Madrid, topping out near 11°C (52°F) — comfortable with a layer on. Rain is occasional — about 8 wet days in a typical year. Overall, December is a solid month to visit Madrid.
Average high
11°C / 52°F
Average low
3°C / 37°F
Rain days
~8
Precipitation
49 mm
What to pack for Madrid in December
- A proper warm jacket, and a hat for mornings
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
December 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)