April · Spain
Best time to visit Madrid in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Madrid in April
Average temperature 12°C, 29 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 64% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
9.5/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 29 mm
- Humidity
- 64%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Madrid scores 9.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 12°C, 29 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Madrid's art riches and tapas nights shine brightest in the gentle April–June stretch.
April ranks 3rd of 12 for Madrid — one of the best windows
April averages 12°C (54°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Expect 29 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.1 daylight hours.
A 9.5/10 puts this among the year's best months in Madrid (3rd of 12); only May scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Madrid in April?
- In April, Madrid averages 12°C, 29 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.5/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Madrid?
- April earns a 9.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Madrid in April?
- Expect about 29 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 64% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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