December 31 is generally a great time to visit Madrid. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 10°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Madrid right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Madrid
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High Safety
GPI: 1.603
Madrid Weather Forecast for December 31
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 9.7°C. 15% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Madrid in December
Based on historical data for December 31, Madrid typically experiences temperatures between 1.5°C and 9.7°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (15% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Madrid
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- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
9.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
1.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
8.1°C
❄️ Minor difference
Rain Chance
15%
Avg 0.8mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
58%
Overcast
Pressure
1023.8 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 99% 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
6.8°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
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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
08:38
☀️ Noon
13:18
🌇 Sunset
17:58
⏱️ Daylight
9h 19m
Wind Speed
11 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
5.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
82%
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 31 averages 9.7°C with a 15% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 66/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Madrid Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 26
10.3°C • 14% rain
Score
74
December 27
10.1°C • 15% rain
Score
73
December 28
10°C • 13% rain
Score
73
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📍 Is Madrid Worth Visiting on December 31?
Planning a trip to Madrid on December 31? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 9.7°C with a 15% 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 31 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 13.9°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to -2.5°C in 2020.