What July feels like in Madrid
Mid-summer arrives in Madrid with July. The heat peaks hard in the afternoon, when being outside for long is draining. Temperatures fall sharply after dark — a swing of roughly 14°C (25.2°F) — and nights stay warm. Dry air means sweat evaporates quickly — it feels less sticky, but you lose water fast.
Rain in Madrid in July
Rain is rare in July — most weeks pass without a wet day. Each rainy day adds about 4.8 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 6.6 mm per rainy day. July is Madrid's driest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in July
Mid-month, Madrid gets 14 h 48 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:56 am to sunset near 9:45 pm. Days are getting shorter: 14 min less daylight than in mid-June. About 95% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, skies are mostly clear.
How July compares to the rest of the year
In Madrid's temperature order, July sits as the warmest month. Against June, the average high is 4.5°C (8.1°F) higher, with 14 mm less rain. Temperatures keep climbing into August. By August, typical highs are 32.8°C (91°F).
Who July suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — midday heat makes long walks hard.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — a cool break during the hottest hours.
Tips for visiting Madrid in July
Versatile Layers
Days are noticeably warmer than nights — layers you can add or remove.
Sun Protection
Loose, breathable clothing plus sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Madrid in July?
It feels very hot: typical highs are 33.4°C (92.1°F), with lows near 19.4°C (66.9°F).
Does it rain a lot in Madrid in July?
Hardly — only about 1 rainy days and 5 mm for the whole month.
What should I wear in Madrid in July?
Based on the averages: versatile layers and sun protection. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is July or August better for visiting Madrid?
July scores better on our climate ranking (#9 of 12 vs #10), rated Good against Good. August has more rainy days.