Madrid in december: average Weather, Temperature and Climate
Weather in Madrid in december 2024
The weather in Madrid in the month of december comes from statistical datas on the last years. You can view the weather statistics the entire month, but also by using the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.
Average weather throughout december
very bad weather 5.5cm
Weather at 6am
41°F
Clear/Sunny
53% of time
21%
8%
7%
Weather at 12pm
52°F
Clear/Sunny
54% of time
26%
10%
6%
Weather at 6pm
47°F
Clear/Sunny
56% of time
22%
9%
8%
Weather at 3am
43°F
53%
21%
9%
7%
Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Madrid in december
These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Madrid in december.
The climate of Madrid in december is very bad
The climatic conditions of the month of December correspond to the criteria of the winter season. The day is shortened, the cold sets in and is accompanied by an increase in temperaments: the climate throughout December in Madrid is far from ideal. Not only is the wearing of warm clothes necessary, but also rainy episodes are on the program.
Madrid at the Beginning of December
With minimum temperatures around 3° C, the atmosphere is dominated by the cold. Although Madrid is known for its high thermal amplitude, peak temperatures rarely exceed 10° C at this time. In order to discover Madrid during the winter, the wearing of warm clothes is of great importance.
Madrid in the Middle of December
As at the beginning of the month, the cold has already installed itself during the second ten days of the month of December. With the rain falling a little less now, the weather in Madrid throughout December is beautiful with sun and clear blue skies. Due to such, one can enjoy the visit in order to discover the Spanish capital under a wintery sun.
Madrid at the End of December
During the last ten days of December, the climatic conditions are generally bad. The good weather gives way to an inclement one, which increases in intensity and frequency. Rain can occur at any time of the day and spoil any outing.
December: another location in Spain?
If you want to go to Spain in december, there are destinations with better weather than Madrid:
In december, Alicante, Malaga, Sevilla, Almeria, Benidorm and Cartagena have good weather.
Finally, Barcelona, Bilbao, Lloret de Mar, Salou, Valencia and A Coruña have a tolerable climate, but better than Madrid.
Seasonal average climate and temperature of Madrid in december
Check below seasonal norms These statistics are generated from the weather statements of the last years of the month of december.
| December | |||||
| Outside temperature | |||||
| Average temperature | 49°F | ||||
| Highest temperature | 54°F | ||||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||||
| Highest record temperature | 70°F (2018) | ||||
| Lowest record temperature | 27°F (2009) | ||||
| Number of days at +65°F | 1 day(s) (3%) | ||||
| Number of days at -32°F | 2 day(s) (6%) | ||||
| Wind | |||||
| Wind speed | 14km/h | ||||
| Wind temperature | 40°F | ||||
| Precipitation (rainfall) | |||||
| Rainfall | 2.1in | ||||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (10%) | ||||
| Record daily rainfall | 1.7in (2010) | ||||
| Snowfall | 5.5cm | ||||
| Other climate data | |||||
| Humidity | 82% | ||||
| Visibility | 9.4km | ||||
| Cloud cover | 30% | ||||
| UV index | 3 | ||||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||||
| Sunrise and sunset | |||||
| Time of sunrise | 08:31 | ||||
| Time of sunset | 17:49 | ||||
| Length of day | 09:18 | ||||
| Our opinion about the weather in december | |||||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad | ||||
How was the weather last december?
Here is the day by day recorded weather in Madrid in december 2023:
49°F to 58°F
41°F to 52°F
41°F to 49°F
45°F to 54°F
41°F to 49°F
41°F to 50°F
45°F to 50°F
49°F to 54°F
45°F to 56°F
47°F to 56°F
49°F to 56°F
49°F to 58°F
49°F to 52°F
40°F to 52°F
41°F to 56°F
40°F to 56°F
41°F to 54°F
40°F to 52°F
41°F to 54°F
40°F to 50°F
40°F to 54°F
41°F to 56°F
41°F to 56°F
40°F to 52°F
40°F to 52°F
40°F to 52°F
40°F to 52°F
40°F to 50°F
41°F to 52°F
41°F to 54°F
40°F to 49°F
Map: other cities in Spain in december
Cities near Madrid:
| El Escorial in december | very bad weather |
| Toledo in december | very bad weather |
| Segovia in december | very bad weather |
| Cuenca in december | very bad weather |
| Ciudad Real in december | very bad weather |
| Valladolid in december | very bad weather |
| Salamanca in december | very bad weather |
| Soria in december | very bad weather |
| Palencia in december | very bad weather |
| Albarracín in december | very bad weather |
| Burgos in december | very bad weather |
| Teruel in december | very bad weather |
Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in december.
Madrid
perfect weather
good
tolerable
bad
very bad
Weather data for Madrid in december:
Weather data for Madrid for december are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Madrid. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Madrid can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Madrid.