The weather in May in Madrid

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.

Looking for great weather? May is a good time to be in Madrid. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Madrid, Spain. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.

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.

Rainfall amount

In May, there is an average of 35 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.

Daily weather in May for Madrid

Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Madrid. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

May weather comparison

  Madrid New York
Average temperature 25°C 22°C
Max. temperature 28°C 28°C
Min. temperature 9°C -5°C
Total precipitation 35 mm 105 mm
Rainy days 7 days 14 days

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.

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.

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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.

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Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in May in Madrid, Spain. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in May in Madrid

Temperature in May in Madrid over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Madrid, Spain. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Daily Precipitation in May in Madrid

Total precipitation in May in Madrid over the years

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.

Weather experiences in May in Madrid

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The abundant sunshine and pleasant temperatures made this an ideal place to relax. Under the bright sun, this city exudes even more charm!— This text is automatically translated to English

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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.