Madrid city view

Madrid in April

Sunny spring days without summer heat.

The short answer

April is one of the best months to visit Madrid.

April is one of Madrid’s most balanced months. Temperatures are comfortable for walking, terraces start filling up and the city feels lively without the intensity of peak summer.

8.5/10 overall8–19°CModerate crowds$$ (Moderate)
Weather9/10
Crowds7.5/10
Prices7/10
Events8.5/10

April in detail

What April actually feels like

Weather
8–19°C
Comfortable spring days, with some rain
Crowds
Moderate
Moderate — lively without peak-summer intensity
Prices
$$ (Moderate)
Moderate

+Excellent weather + lively atmosphere

–Some spring rain

My tip for April

Spend the afternoon outdoors and save Madrid’s museums for the occasional rainy spell.

  • Walking
  • Terraces

How April compares

Against the other eleven months

4th of 12 overall in Madrid, 3rd for weather, 5th for space, 7th for value. The emptiest month is January; the best value is January.

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