🇬🇧 London vs 🇪🇸 Madrid

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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London

overcast clouds

51°F

Overcast Clouds

Feels like 49°F

H 52°F / L 49°F

Humidity: 76%

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Madrid

clear sky

44°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 44°F

H 44°F / L 44°F

Humidity: 74%

Climate Overview

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London

Temperate oceanic — mild, cloudy, and notoriously changeable year-round

Best monthsJune, July, August, September
AvoidNovember, December, January
Annual rain23 inches (585 mm) — spread evenly year-round

London's weather is famously mild but grey. It rarely gets very hot or very cold, but expect cloud cover most of the year. Summer (June–August) brings the best sunshine and warmth. Rain falls year-round but rarely in heavy bursts.

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Madrid

Hot semi-arid — very hot dry summers, cold winters, minimal rainfall

Best monthsApril, May, October, November
AvoidJuly, August (extreme heat)
Annual rain15 inches (374 mm)

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🇬🇧 London🇪🇸 Madrid
Spring

45–61°F

March–May

46–70°F

March–May

Summer

63–73°F

June–August

79–96°F

June–August

Fall

49–61°F

September–November

55–73°F

September–November

Winter

38–46°F

December–February

36–50°F

December–February

London vs Madrid: Frequently Asked Questions

Does London or Madrid have better weather?

London and Madrid have very different climates. Temperate oceanic — mild, cloudy, and notoriously changeable year-round 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 London vs Madrid?

Best time for London: June, July, August, September. Best time for Madrid: April, May, October, November.

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