🇿🇦 Cape Town vs 🇪🇸 Madrid
Weather Comparison
Current Weather Right Now
🇿🇦
Cape Town
64°F
Broken Clouds
Feels like 63°F
H 67°F / L 64°F
Humidity: 60%
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Madrid
65°F
Broken Clouds
Feels like 64°F
H 65°F / L 65°F
Humidity: 45%
Climate Overview
Cape Town
Mediterranean — hot dry summers (Southern Hemisphere), mild wet winters
Cape Town has a classic Mediterranean climate but in the Southern Hemisphere — summers are December–February (hot and dry) and winters are June–August (cool and wet). The Cape Doctor (southeast wind) can make summer days dramatically windy. Table Mountain creates local weather patterns.
Madrid
Hot semi-arid — very hot dry summers, cold winters, minimal rainfall
Madrid sits on the Castilian plateau at 2,100 feet (640m), giving it more extreme temperatures than coastal Spanish cities. Summers are scorching and dry (one of Europe's hottest capitals); winters are cold and crisp. Spring and fall are ideal.
Seasonal Comparison
| Season | 🇿🇦 Cape Town | 🇪🇸 Madrid |
|---|---|---|
| Spring | 55–70°F September–November | 46–70°F March–May |
| Summer | 68–81°F December–February | 79–96°F June–August |
| Fall | 61–73°F March–May | 55–73°F September–November |
| Winter | 50–63°F June–August | 36–50°F December–February |
Cape Town vs Madrid: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cape Town or Madrid have better weather?
Cape Town and Madrid have very different climates. Mediterranean — hot dry summers (Southern Hemisphere), mild wet winters Madrid: Hot semi-arid — very hot dry summers, cold winters, minimal rainfall. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.
When is the best time to visit Cape Town vs Madrid?
Best time for Cape Town: March, April, October, November. Best time for Madrid: April, May, October, November.