Madrid · April
Low seasonSpain · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 11° | 13° | 16° | 19° | 24° | 30° | 34° | 33° | 28° | 22° | 15° | 12° |
MINMIN | 2° | 3° | 5° | 8° | 12° | 16° | 20° | 19° | 15° | 11° | 6° | 3° |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 4 | 7h UV 5 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 11h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 12h UV 9 | 11h UV 8 | 9h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 5h UV 4 |
🌧Rain Days | 4d32mm | 4d37mm | 5d51mm | 6d55mm | 4d39mm | 3d21mm | 1d8mm | 1d11mm | 3d37mm | 6d72mm | 5d49mm | 4d43mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in May.
April in Madrid at 19°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, July, August, and September.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 19°C, cooling to 8°C at night (daily average: 13°C). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 6 rain days with 55 mm total.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Packing list for Madrid in April
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Pullover oder Fleece
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Madrid?
- April is not an optimal month for Madrid (Score: 56/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Madrid in April?
- In April, Madrid sees daily highs of 19°C. Nights cool to 8°C, with a daily average of 13°C.
- How much rain falls in Madrid in April?
- In April, Madrid receives an average of 55 mm of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Madrid get in April?
- Madrid averages 8 sunshine hours per day in April — close to the annual average.
