Climatological averages, historical records, packing tips and best time to visit Madrid during February. AEMET / ECMWF reanalysis 1991-2020.
Reference values based on 1991-2020 AEMET / ECMWF climatology. Year-to-year variation can be significant.
| Metric | Value | Date |
|---|---|---|
| All-time high | 42.2 °C | July 1995 |
| Heatwave record | 42.1 °C | August 2012 |
| All-time low | -10.1 °C | January 1971 |
| 24h rainfall | 60 mm | September 1972 |
Official records (AEMET). Secondary stations may have more extreme readings.
In February, Madrid typically shows pre-spring transition with cold air outbreaks. The average high temperature is around 12°C and the average low around 2°C, with monthly rainfall of 35 mm spread over roughly 7 rain days and about 163 hours of sunshine. Average relative humidity stands at 71% and wind speed averages 10 km/h.
The local calendar in February is shaped by Carnaval and ARCO art fair, so checking the forecast a few days in advance is worth it before any outdoor activity. Averages give a general picture but extreme events can vary widely: in February, Madrid has recorded both unusually warm spells and cold incursions across recent decades.
For a typical stay we recommend thick jacket; some days reach 18 °C. UV protection is sensible on sunny days, even in a mild winter month, and a closed-toe waterproof shoe helps on damp days. For multi-day trips bring thin layers that you can combine through the day.
The first two weeks of February usually offer the best balance in Madrid: moderate crowds, friendlier prices and weather that remains representative of the month. Late February starts showing features of the transition to the next month. Use our custom historical lookup to check the actual values for the exact year you plan to travel.
Of the twelve months, February is the 10th warmest in Madrid and the 7th wettest. It collects 34 mm, 8 % of the whole year’s rain, spread over 6.6 days with appreciable precipitation, of which 1.1 exceed 10 mm. The warmest month is July and the wettest is October.
Among the 50 Spanish cities with AEMET climatological normals on this site, in February Madrid is the 43rd warmest, with a mean maximum of 12.2 °C, and the 25th wettest. The wettest of them that month is Vigo, with 143 mm against Madrid’s 34 mm.
Averages hide what can actually happen. At the Madrid, Retiro observatory, a February has reached 20.6 °C as an absolute maximum and -5.0 °C as a minimum: that is the real range to reckon with, not the 8.0 °C mean. Relative humidity runs around 64 % and mean wind 7.3 km/h.
AEMET climatological normals 1991-2020, Madrid, Retiro observatory (667 m above sea level). Sources and methodology → · Forecast for Madrid →
