What is the weather like in Madrid in December?

Expect temperatures between 2°C and 10°C with 16% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Madrid in December?

Madrid in December scores 61/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Decent conditions for most activities.

Who should visit Madrid in December?

December in Madrid is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Madrid Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

10°C

Hottest around day 6

Avg Low

2°C

Coolest around day 30

Rainy Days

0days

16% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Madrid

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Spanish

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Driving

Right side

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.603

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Major Hub

100/ 100

Traffic Index

Extremely busy airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Dec

Low

Jan

Monthly Traffic Distribution

518

Jan

571

Feb

567

Mar

599

Apr

607

May

1954

Jun

2099

Jul

2083

Aug

1813

Sep

2111

Oct

2023

Nov

2224

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Spain. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Spain.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Polio

In Spain poliovirus has been identified in the past year.Travelers to Spain are at increased risk of exposure to poliovirus.Vaccine recommendations: Adults traveling to Spain who received a complete polio vaccination series as children may receive a single lifetime booster dose of inactivated polio vaccine; travelers who are unvaccinated or not fully vaccinated should receive a complete polio vaccination series before travel. Children who are not fully vaccinated will be considered for anaccelerated vaccination schedule.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Spain.If rabies exposures occur while in Spain, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Madrid?

👌Decent conditions for most activities(61/100)

Short Answer

Madrid's December delivers on its reputation: 10°C, 16% rain, 6h sunshine. The trade-off? Peak crowds and prices at 100% capacity.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

81% average humidity

Peak tourist season

100% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Hantavirus

Exceptional dining scene

164 Michelin-listed restaurants

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
81% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Madrid in December averages 10°C with 16% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Madrid in December

What are the temperatures in Madrid in December?

Daytime highs average 10°C, nights drop to 2°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Madrid in December?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Madrid in December?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is December peak season in Madrid?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Madrid Weather in December

Madrid December Weather Calendar