Monthly climate guide
Madrid weather in March
March in Madrid is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 15°C (58°F) and night-time lows near 2°C (36°F). The month usually brings about 58 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than February and 3°C cooler than April.
What stands out in March
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Prado Museum and Royal Palace of Madrid.
- Rain is above Madrid's usual level, by about 58%.
- March brings early spring to Madrid.
- Just 40 km apart, but Madrid runs about 3°C warmer than Miraflores de la Sierra this month.
Avg high
15°C
58°F
Avg low
2°C
36°F
Rainfall
58 mm
some rain
Humidity
72%
relative
Sky
56%
cloud · often cloudy
Madrid weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C / 50°F | 0°C / 32°F | 38 mm | 83% | 54% |
| February | 11°C / 52°F | 0°C / 32°F | 34 mm | 77% | 52% |
| March | 15°C / 58°F | 2°C / 36°F | 58 mm | 72% | 56% |
| April | 18°C / 64°F | 5°C / 41°F | 63 mm | 70% | 61% |
| May | 23°C / 74°F | 9°C / 48°F | 37 mm | 59% | 53% |
| June | 29°C / 85°F | 14°C / 56°F | 17 mm | 46% | 38% |
| July | 34°C / 93°F | 17°C / 63°F | 11 mm | 35% | 23% |
| August | 33°C / 92°F | 17°C / 63°F | 14 mm | 36% | 27% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 13°C / 56°F | 27 mm | 48% | 39% |
| October | 22°C / 71°F | 9°C / 48°F | 50 mm | 63% | 47% |
| November | 14°C / 57°F | 4°C / 39°F | 60 mm | 79% | 60% |
| December | 11°C / 52°F | 1°C / 34°F | 32 mm | 83% | 53% |
What to pack for March
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is March a good time to visit Madrid?
Our Madrid guide recommends: April to June or September to October — summer here gets very hot.
Many Madrid museums, including the Prado, offer free entry during a couple of hours in the early evening — check current hours before visiting.
Best time to visit Madrid →Other Spain cities in March
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Madrid in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Madrid?
March is a reasonable time for Madrid: highs around 15°C and about 58 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Madrid in March?
Average highs are about 15°C (58°F) and average lows about 2°C (36°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Madrid in March?
Madrid typically gets around 58 mm of rain in March — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Madrid?
April to June or September to October — summer here gets very hot.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Madrid (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.