Climatological averages, historical records, packing tips and best time to visit Madrid during July. 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 July, Madrid typically shows extreme dry heat and tropical nights. The average high temperature is around 33°C and the average low around 18°C, with monthly rainfall of 11 mm spread over roughly 2 rain days and about 360 hours of sunshine. Average relative humidity stands at 38% and wind speed averages 12 km/h.
The local calendar in July is shaped by Veranos de la Villa cultural summer, 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 July, Madrid has recorded both unusually warm spells and cold incursions across recent decades.
For a typical stay we recommend linen clothing, water, shade 14-18h. 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 July usually offer the best balance in Madrid: moderate crowds, friendlier prices and weather that remains representative of the month. Late July 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, July is the warmest in Madrid and the driest. It collects 9 mm, 2 % of the whole year’s rain, spread over 2.5 days with appreciable precipitation, of which 0.3 exceed 10 mm. The wettest is October.
Among the 50 Spanish cities with AEMET climatological normals on this site, in July Madrid is the 17th warmest, with a mean maximum of 32.8 °C, and the 25th wettest. The wettest of them that month is San Sebastián, with 92 mm against Madrid’s 9 mm.
Averages hide what can actually happen. At the Madrid, Retiro observatory, a July has reached 39.7 °C as an absolute maximum and 10.5 °C as a minimum: that is the real range to reckon with, not the 26.2 °C mean. Relative humidity runs around 39 % and mean wind 8.0 km/h.
AEMET climatological normals 1991-2020, Madrid, Retiro observatory (667 m above sea level). Sources and methodology → · Forecast for Madrid →
