Climatological averages, historical records, packing tips and best time to visit Madrid during November. 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 November, Madrid typically shows first frosts and morning fog in the southeast. The average high temperature is around 13°C and the average low around 5°C, with monthly rainfall of 48 mm spread over roughly 7 rain days and about 158 hours of sunshine. Average relative humidity stands at 73% and wind speed averages 9 km/h.
The local calendar in November is shaped by autumn fair and Black Friday, 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 November, Madrid has recorded both unusually warm spells and cold incursions across recent decades.
For a typical stay we recommend coat and scarf. 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 November usually offer the best balance in Madrid: moderate crowds, friendlier prices and weather that remains representative of the month. Late November 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, November is the 9th warmest in Madrid and the 2nd wettest. It collects 52 mm, 13 % of the whole year’s rain, spread over 9.5 days with appreciable precipitation, of which 1.9 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 November Madrid is the 44th warmest, with a mean maximum of 13.5 °C, and the 25th wettest. The wettest of them that month is Vigo, with 236 mm against Madrid’s 52 mm.
Averages hide what can actually happen. At the Madrid, Retiro observatory, a November has reached 22.7 °C as an absolute maximum and -3.0 °C as a minimum: that is the real range to reckon with, not the 10.0 °C mean. Relative humidity runs around 72 % and mean wind 6.4 km/h.
AEMET climatological normals 1991-2020, Madrid, Retiro observatory (667 m above sea level). Sources and methodology → · Forecast for Madrid →
