Alcalá de Henares, Madrid Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Alcalá de Henares get?

Alcalá de Henares gets 378 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 78 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 53% of Spain.

October is the wettest month, with 56 mm. August is the driest, with 9 mm. October has the most rainy days, about 9.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 67 days, to September 1, 2023.

Alcalá de Henares weather by month

Alcalá de Henares weather in January

In January, Alcalá de Henares averages a high of 11°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The January record high is 22°C (2024) and the record low is -14°C (2021).

Alcalá de Henares weather in February

In February, Alcalá de Henares averages a high of 13°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The February record high is 23°C (2026) and the record low is -10°C (2012).

Alcalá de Henares weather in March

In March, Alcalá de Henares averages a high of 17°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (2002) and the record low is -7°C (2023). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Alcalá de Henares weather in April

In April, Alcalá de Henares averages a high of 19°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (2023) and the record low is -3°C (2022). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Alcalá de Henares weather in May

In May, Alcalá de Henares averages a high of 24°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (2015) and the record low is -1°C (1975). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Alcalá de Henares weather in June

In June, Alcalá de Henares averages a high of 30°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The June record high is 42°C (2019) and the record low is 4°C (2013).

Alcalá de Henares weather in July

In July, Alcalá de Henares averages a high of 34°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 85% of daylight hours. The July record high is 42°C (2022) and the record low is 7°C (1980).

Alcalá de Henares weather in August

In August, Alcalá de Henares averages a high of 33°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 79% of daylight hours. The August record high is 43°C (2021) and the record low is 7°C (1977).

Alcalá de Henares weather in September

In September, Alcalá de Henares averages a high of 28°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The September record high is 40°C (2016) and the record low is 3°C (1974).

Alcalá de Henares weather in October

In October, Alcalá de Henares averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The October record high is 33°C (2023) and the record low is -2°C (1974).

Alcalá de Henares weather in November

In November, Alcalá de Henares averages a high of 15°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The November record high is 25°C (1970) and the record low is -7°C (2007).

Alcalá de Henares weather in December

In December, Alcalá de Henares averages a high of 12°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The December record high is 21°C (1979) and the record low is -9°C (2001).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Alcalá de Henares

July is the sunniest month in Alcalá de Henares, with sunshine about 85% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest, at 40%. Over the year the sun shines about 54% of daylight hours. Alcalá de Henares is sunnier than 66% of Spain.

Humidity peaks in December at 78% and is lowest in July at 32%.

Alcalá de Henares has about 55 days a year above 32°C. Alcalá de Henares is hotter than 90% of Spain.

First and last freeze in Alcalá de Henares

The first fall freeze in Alcalá de Henares typically comes around November 19, and the last spring freeze around April 2. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 231 days.

Alcalá de Henares weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Alcalá de Henares station is 43°C, on August 14, 2021. The coldest is -14°C, on January 12, 2021.

The wettest day on record brought 62 mm of rain, on October 19, 2023.

49 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Alcalá de Henares

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 1°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 7°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 16°C.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 9°C.

Alcalá de Henares climate questions

How much rain does Alcalá de Henares get?

Alcalá de Henares gets 378 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 78 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Alcalá de Henares?

October is the wettest month in Alcalá de Henares, with 56 mm. August is the driest, with 9 mm.

How many rainy days does Alcalá de Henares have a year?

Alcalá de Henares has about 78 days with measurable rain in an average year. October has the most, about 9.

What is the hottest month in Alcalá de Henares?

July is the warmest month in Alcalá de Henares, with an average high of 34°C.

What is the coldest month in Alcalá de Henares?

January is the coldest month in Alcalá de Henares, with an average low of 1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Alcalá de Henares?

The record high at the Alcalá de Henares station is 43°C, set on August 14, 2021. The record low is -14°C, on January 12, 2021.

What is the sunniest month in Alcalá de Henares?

July is the sunniest month in Alcalá de Henares, with sunshine about 85% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Alcalá de Henares?

The first fall freeze in Alcalá de Henares typically comes around November 19. The last spring freeze is around April 2.

What is the best time to visit Alcalá de Henares?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to May, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.