December 17 is generally a great time to visit Madrid. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 10°C weather. As it's peak season for Madrid, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Madrid
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High Safety
GPI: 1.603
Madrid Weather Forecast for December 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 10°C. 16% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Madrid in December
Based on historical data for December 17, Madrid typically experiences temperatures between 1.9°C and 10°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (16% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Madrid
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
10°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
1.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
8.5°C
❄️ Minor difference
Rain Chance
16%
Avg 0.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
55%
Overcast
Pressure
1022.6 hPa
High volatility
Madrid Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
6.7°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~2,224
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Madrid
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:33
☀️ Noon
13:12
🌇 Sunset
17:50
⏱️ Daylight
9h 17m
Wind Speed
10.5 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
6.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
80%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Madrid
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Madrid on December 17 averages 10°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 68/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Madrid Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 20
10.5°C • 15% rain
Score
75
December 19
10.3°C • 14% rain
Score
74
December 18
10°C • 13% rain
Score
73
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Madrid Worth Visiting on December 17?
Planning a trip to Madrid on December 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 10°C with a 16% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 2,224 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Spain, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 14.2°C in 2015, while the coldest dropped to -1.4°C in 2023.