Spain Madrid Weather in September — Climate Guide
September in Madrid is Excellent
September is Excellent for Madrid.
September is the sweet spot. Daytime 28°C, nighttime 15°C, 12-hour daylight. Madrileños return from August vacation — full city life back.
All restaurants reopen. Outdoor terraces still hot enough. La Vuelta a España (Spanish cycling Grand Tour, late August to mid-September) finishes in Madrid.
Travel score
Madrid September Weather Stats
Avg High
28°C
Avg Low
15°C
Rainy Days
4
20mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
50%
Comfortable
UV Index
7
High
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
0°C
N/A inland
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
September Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
13 μg/m³
PM10
24 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
27°C
Nighttime
14°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for September
September Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Best September weather
- All restaurants reopen post-vacation
- Outdoor terraces still warm
Cons
- Hotel rates back at peak
- September crowds + business travel
- La Vuelta finish hotel demand
September Events & Festivals
- Madrileños return from August vacation
- Hotel rates back up to peak
- September outdoor terraces peak
Madrid in September — Full Picture
September is the sweet spot. Daytime 28°C, nighttime 15°C, 12-hour daylight. Madrileños return from August vacation — full city life back.
All restaurants reopen. Outdoor terraces still hot enough. La Vuelta a España (Spanish cycling Grand Tour, late August to mid-September) finishes in Madrid.
Best pre-October weather. Hotel prices spike back to peak.
What to Wear & What to Pack
T-shirts + light cardigan. Long pants for evenings. Sunglasses + sunscreen.
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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 September a good time to visit Madrid?
Madrid in September is Excellent. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Madrid in September?
Madrid September averages a high of 28°C and a low of 15°C.
Does it rain much in Madrid in September?
Madrid September averages 20mm of rainfall over about 4 rainy days.
What should I wear in Madrid in September?
T-shirts + light cardigan. Long pants for evenings. Sunglasses + sunscreen.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Madrid in September?
Madrid September sunrise is 07:45 and sunset is 20:30, with 12h 45m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Madrid in September?
Madrid September air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 13μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Madrid in September?
In September, Madrid is great for La Vuelta a España finish, Outdoor terraces, Bernabéu match season starts.
Is September peak season in Madrid?
Madrid September crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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