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Madrid weather in December (Community of Madrid, Spain)

What should you pack for a trip to Madrid in December? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of December in Madrid typically brings low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December marks the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 12°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 2°C.

Precipitation

Madrid in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 49 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 14 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 122 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Madrid. April, May, June, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Madrid climate page with graphs.

 

Madrid, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 49 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 122 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 49%  

Where to go in Spain in December

Find out more about the weather in Spain and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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