Europe · Month-by-month weather, seasons and what to do — from Noura's Destination Finder.
🟢 Peak season · 🟠 Shoulder · ⚪ Off-peak
Average temperatures, sunshine and the feel of each month. Getting the timing right is half of a great trip.
| Month | Avg °F | Sun | Rain | Season | What it's like |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34–50°F | 5h | Low (41mm) | Off-Peak | Bright, cold-clear days with Three Kings magic and ski slopes an hour away. |
| February | 36–53°F | 6h | Low (34mm) | Off-Peak | Crisp winter culture with the ARCO art fair and carnival energy. |
| March | 39–59°F | 7h | Low (40mm) | Shoulder | Early spring warms the plazas as Holy Week processions begin. |
| April | 44–64°F | 8h | Low (47mm) | Peak | Blooming, mild, and lively: prime sightseeing before the heat. |
| May | 51–72°F | 9h | Low (39mm) | Peak | Peak spring as San Isidro fills the city with music and dancing. |
| June | 60–84°F | 11h | Minimal (16mm) | Peak | Warm, long evenings with Pride energy building across Chueca. |
| July | 66–91°F | 12h | Minimal (6mm) | Shoulder | Hot, dry, and buzzing: Pride peaks and terraces stay late. |
| August | 65–90°F | 11h | Minimal (8mm) | Off-Peak | Sun-baked and hushed as locals flee, leaving airy museums and verbenas. |
| September | 58–80°F | 9h | Low (22mm) | Peak | Golden return with perfect temperatures and the city back to full life. |
| October | 50–68°F | 6h | Moderate (61mm) | Peak | Crisp autumn with amber parks and comfortable all-day exploring. |
| November | 41–56°F | 5h | Moderate (55mm) | Shoulder | Cool, quiet, and cultural: short days made for museums and taverns. |
| December | 36–50°F | 5h | Low (46mm) | Shoulder | Festive lights and NYE grapes, with ski slopes an hour from the Prado. |
Data cross-referenced from climate and flight sources; conditions vary year to year.
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