Madrid in january: average Weather, Temperature and Climate
Weather in Madrid in january 2025
The weather in Madrid in january comes from statistical datas on the past years. You can view the weather statistics the entire month, but also by using the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.
Average weather throughout january
very bad weather 54.4cm
Weather at 6am
40°F
Clear/Sunny
44% of time
21%
9%
9%
Weather at 12pm
50°F
Clear/Sunny
48% of time
24%
9%
9%
Weather at 6pm
45°F
Clear/Sunny
50% of time
22%
12%
7%
Weather at 3am
41°F
45%
22%
9%
9%
Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Madrid in january
These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Madrid in january.
The climate of Madrid in january is very bad
With very low temperatures, rarely exceeding 10° C, the cold weather dominates the weather in Madrid throughout January. Even though most of the time, the sun illuminates the sky, it is advisable to dress warmly in order to feel comfortable. In addition, relatively heavy precipitation occurs, as do intense showers.
Beginning of January in Madrid
During the first ten days, the mornings are not only fresh but are also foggy. If one wants to enjoy a bright sunny day - wait until the sun is high enough before scheduling any outings. In the evening, be attentive to the weather report because it is not uncommon to have rainy episodes at dusk.
Middle of January in Madrid
As at the beginning of the month, the weather conditions are not favorable - due to the cold and a few sporadic rains. It is therefore necessary to expect, from time to time, days with morning mists or with moderate showers that can even sometimes become intense.
End of January in Madrid
It is during the last ten days of the month that the climate throughout January in Madrid appears drier. Only, beware of relatively large cloud coverings. Moreover, there is a good chance that the clouds accumulated in the late evening will favor snowfall during the night.
January: another location in Spain?
If you want to go to Spain in january, there are destinations with better weather than Madrid:
In january, Malaga, Cartagena, Marbella, Torremolinos, Ayamonte and Barbate have good weather.
Finally, Alicante, Barcelona, Lloret de Mar, Sevilla, Valencia and A Coruña have a tolerable climate, but better than Madrid.
Seasonal average climate and temperature of Madrid in january
Check below seasonal norms These statistics are generated from the weather statements earlier years of the month of january.
| January | |||||
| Outside temperature | |||||
| Average temperature | 47°F | ||||
| Highest temperature | 52°F | ||||
| Lowest temperature | 40°F | ||||
| Highest record temperature | 68°F (2018) | ||||
| Lowest record temperature | 22°F (2021) | ||||
| Number of days at +65°F | 1 day(s) (3%) | ||||
| Number of days at -32°F | 4 day(s) (13%) | ||||
| Wind | |||||
| Wind speed | 16km/h | ||||
| Wind temperature | 36°F | ||||
| Precipitation (rainfall) | |||||
| Rainfall | 1.9in | ||||
| Number of days with rainfall | 3 day(s) (9%) | ||||
| Record daily rainfall | 1.5in (2021) | ||||
| Snowfall | 54.4cm | ||||
| Other climate data | |||||
| Humidity | 83% | ||||
| Visibility | 9km | ||||
| Cloud cover | 34% | ||||
| UV index | 3 | ||||
| Daily sunshine hours | 9 | ||||
| Sunrise and sunset | |||||
| Time of sunrise | 08:36 | ||||
| Time of sunset | 18:13 | ||||
| Length of day | 09:37 | ||||
| Our opinion about the weather in january | |||||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad | ||||
How was the weather last january?
Here is the day by day recorded weather in Madrid in january 2024:
43°F to 52°F
40°F to 50°F
47°F to 52°F
49°F to 52°F
45°F to 49°F
38°F to 49°F
36°F to 49°F
36°F to 45°F
38°F to 41°F
43°F to 50°F
38°F to 49°F
32°F to 47°F
38°F to 49°F
43°F to 54°F
49°F to 52°F
52°F to 58°F
52°F to 56°F
50°F to 56°F
50°F to 54°F
40°F to 50°F
40°F to 50°F
41°F to 54°F
45°F to 59°F
49°F to 65°F
50°F to 65°F
50°F to 67°F
50°F to 63°F
47°F to 61°F
49°F to 59°F
45°F to 59°F
45°F to 59°F
Map: other cities in Spain in january
Cities near Madrid:
| El Escorial in january | very bad weather |
| Toledo in january | very bad weather |
| Segovia in january | very bad weather |
| Cuenca in january | very bad weather |
| Ciudad Real in january | very bad weather |
| Valladolid in january | very bad weather |
| Salamanca in january | very bad weather |
| Soria in january | very bad weather |
| Palencia in january | very bad weather |
| Albarracín in january | very bad weather |
| Burgos in january | very bad weather |
| Teruel in january | very bad weather |
Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in january.
Madrid
perfect weather
good
tolerable
bad
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Weather data for Madrid in january:
Weather data for Madrid for january are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Madrid. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Madrid can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Madrid.