Spain Madrid Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Madrid is Good
October is Good for Madrid.
October is full autumn. Daytime 22°C, nighttime 11°C. Spanish National Day (October 12) is the major civic holiday — military parade on Castellana.
Festival de Otoño (Madrid Autumn Festival, October-November) is the city's theater + dance festival. International troupes.
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Madrid October Weather Stats
Avg High
22°C
Avg Low
11°C
Rainy Days
7
45mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
60%
Comfortable
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
0°C
N/A inland
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
13 μg/m³
PM10
24 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
21°C
Nighttime
10°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Pleasant autumn weather
- Spanish National Day cultural day
- Festival de Otoño theater + dance
Cons
- DST ends — earlier sunsets
- Rain returning
- Hotel rates moderate but climbing
October Events & Festivals
- DST ends last Sunday October
- Spanish National Day (October 12)
- Festival de Otoño (autumn theater + dance)
Madrid in October — Full Picture
October is full autumn. Daytime 22°C, nighttime 11°C. Spanish National Day (October 12) is the major civic holiday — military parade on Castellana.
Festival de Otoño (Madrid Autumn Festival, October-November) is the city's theater + dance festival. International troupes.
DST ends last Sunday October — sunset shifts from 19:30 to 18:30. Indoor culture takes over.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Autumn jacket + sweater + scarf. Long pants + closed shoes. DST ends last Sunday.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
19.7°C
8.3°C
6.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
32.3°C
18°C
2.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current21.3°C
10.7°C
6/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
11.3°C
2.7°C
6.3/mo
Madrid Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10° | 2° | 6d·30mm | 5h | 70% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 3° | 6d·30mm | 6h | 65% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 17° | 5° | 5d·25mm | 7h | 60% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 19° | 8° | 8d·45mm | 8h | 60% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 23° | 12° | 7d·45mm | 9h | 55% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| 30° | 16° | 4d·20mm | 11h | 45% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 34° | 19° | 2d·10mm | 12h | 35% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 33° | 19° | 2d·10mm | 11h | 35% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| September (Best) | 28° | 15° | 4d·20mm | 9h | 50% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| 22° | 11° | 7d·45mm | 7h | 60% | 5 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 6° | 7d·55mm | 5h | 70% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 11° | 3° | 7d·45mm | 5h | 70% | 2 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Madrid?
Madrid in October is Good. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Madrid in October?
Madrid October averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C.
Does it rain much in Madrid in October?
Madrid October averages 45mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Madrid in October?
Autumn jacket + sweater + scarf. Long pants + closed shoes. DST ends last Sunday.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Madrid in October?
Madrid October sunrise is 08:15 and sunset is 19:30, with 11h 15m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Madrid in October?
Madrid October air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 13μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Madrid in October?
In October, Madrid is great for Spanish National Day parade, Festival de Otoño, Retiro Park autumn.
Is October peak season in Madrid?
Madrid October crowds are busy and prices are shoulder. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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