SpainAverage weather for Madrid in May
It's warm in May in Madrid with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 28°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 15°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Madrid with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 12°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 25°C, with nights around 12°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Madrid is around 26°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In May, there is an average of 35 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Madrid in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
25°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
28°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
22°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
35 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
5 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Madrid?
Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Madrid. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2015, Madrid reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 20°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Madrid
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Madrid, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in May in Madrid
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Daily Precipitation in May in Madrid
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Madrid, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 5 days of precipitation in Madrid.
Daily UV index in May in Madrid
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Madrid, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Madrid over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Madrid, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Madrid over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Madrid, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Madrid
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Weather experiences in May in Madrid
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Average weather in Madrid by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Madrid. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
