Madrid, Spain: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Madrid, Spain? If you're planning to go to Madrid, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Madrid, Spain

Based on the climate and weather in Madrid, the best time to go is September. See below for details.

Important essentials for Madrid, Spain

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Madrid, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance

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  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards can become worn. An unreadable card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an excellent TSA-friendly option.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Madrid, Spain by month

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January

If you go to Madrid in January, you will notice that it is brisk. Daytime temperatures are in the low 40s F (single digits C). There is frost about half of the time.

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February

If you are traveling to Madrid in February, you will notice that it can be very chilly. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s F (low 10s C). There is frost regularly.

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March

Traveling to Madrid in March, you will notice that it is crisp. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C). There is frost once in a while.

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April

April in Madrid is relatively cool. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) to 60s F (high 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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May

If you vacation in Madrid during May, you may find that it is balmy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally between 40 and 50% during the day.

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June

If you go to Madrid in June, you will notice that it is hot and dry with little rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).

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July

July in Madrid can be sweltering and very dry. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.

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August

August here is extremely hot and very dry. Temperatures average in the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.

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September

If you visit Madrid during September, you may find that it is warm and dry with little rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C). Humidity is generally between 30 and 40% during the day.

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October

October in Madrid is balmy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

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November

Traveling to Madrid in November, you will notice that it can be chilly. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s F (low 10s C). There is frost occasionally.

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December

December in Madrid can be very chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 30s F (single digits C). But the colder weather doesn't bring low humidity, which is in the 60% to 70% range on average. There is frost about a third of the time.

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Activities for Madrid, Spain

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Madrid.

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