August is an ideal time to visit Madrid if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +90°F and about 23 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 15 mm of precipitation over an average of 3 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+50°F
Min.
+106°F
Max.
15 mm
Total precipitation
39%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
23 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Madrid has great weather in August.
Average temperature in Madrid in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Madrid for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +102°F during the day to a minimum of +59°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +93°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +95°F to +88°F.
Is Madrid warm or cold in August?
Madrid is typically hot in August.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +91°F to +90°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +66°F to +64°F.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
August is one of the warmest months in Madrid, here is the comparison with other months:
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Flights per week
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Climate in Madrid in August
Madrid weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+91°F
+90°F
+81°F
Min. temperature
+50°F
+50°F
+39°F
Max. temperature
+106°F
+106°F
+102°F
Rainfall
10 mm
15 mm
27 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Humidity
37%
39%
50%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
25
23
18
Cloudy days
1
2
3
Rainy days
2
3
6
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as great as in July.It’s getting colder in August. From +91°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +90°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 10 mm to 15 mm.Humidity rises from 37% to 39%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 25 sunny days in July to 23 in August.
September brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Madrid in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Madrid is gradually decreasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
How was the weather last August in Madrid?
This is the weather in Madrid in August 2023:
1 August
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+96°F
2 August
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+93°F
3 August
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+89°F
4 August
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+82°F
5 August
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+91°F
6 August
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+95°F
7 August
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+96°F
8 August
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+99°F
9 August
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+100°F
10 August
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+99°F
11 August
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+100°F
12 August
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+98°F
13 August
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+97°F
14 August
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+94°F
15 August
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+94°F
16 August
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+93°F
17 August
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+93°F
18 August
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+90°F
19 August
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+95°F
20 August
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+99°F
21 August
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+101°F
22 August
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+101°F
23 August
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+99°F
24 August
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+100°F
25 August
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+98°F
26 August
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+88°F
27 August
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+74°F
28 August
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+81°F
29 August
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+80°F
30 August
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+82°F
31 August
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+87°F
In August 2023 Madrid had 31 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +93°F, with an absolute maximum of +102°F and a minimum of +73°F. The average humidity was 35%, with a maximum of 71% and a minimum of 15%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Madrid climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Madrid in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1993 (+66°F) and the highest in 2017 (+73°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 235 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 2012 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Madrid in August:
Is August a good time to visit Madrid?
Yes, August is a great time to go to Madrid, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Madrid.
Can you sunbathe in Madrid in August?
Absolutely, August is hot in Madrid. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Madrid rainy in August?
Madrid is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Madrid in August?
Yes, Madrid is sunny in August. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
How much does it cost to fly to Madrid in August?
The normal prices to fly to Madrid is $584 - $639. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Madrid, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.