Carabanchel, Madrid Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Carabanchel, Madrid gets 417 mm of precipitation a year over about 81 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 33°C) and January the coldest (average low 3°C).

Carabanchel climate at a glance

Semi-arid climate

Carabanchel, Madrid has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 10°C in January to 33°C in July. October is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

How much rain does Carabanchel get?

Carabanchel gets 417 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 81 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 51% of Spain.

October is the wettest month, with 64 mm. July is the driest, with 9 mm. April has the most rainy days, about 9.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 77 days, to September 18, 2025.

Carabanchel weather by month

Carabanchel weather in January

In January, Carabanchel averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The January record high is 20°C (2003) and the record low is -7°C (1985).

Carabanchel weather in February

In February, Carabanchel averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The February record high is 21°C (1987) and the record low is -7°C (1983).

Carabanchel weather in March

In March, Carabanchel averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (2015) and the record low is -5°C (2005).

Carabanchel weather in April

In April, Carabanchel averages a high of 19°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The April record high is 31°C (2023) and the record low is -2°C (1986). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Carabanchel weather in May

In May, Carabanchel averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The May record high is 36°C (2015) and the record low is 2°C (1991). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Carabanchel weather in June

In June, Carabanchel averages a high of 29°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The June record high is 41°C (2019) and the record low is 4°C (1984).

Carabanchel weather in July

In July, Carabanchel averages a high of 33°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 85% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2022) and the record low is 10°C (1988).

Carabanchel weather in August

In August, Carabanchel averages a high of 32°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 79% of daylight hours. The August record high is 41°C (2012) and the record low is 11°C (1977).

Carabanchel weather in September

In September, Carabanchel averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°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 39°C (2016) and the record low is 5°C (1979). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Carabanchel weather in October

In October, Carabanchel averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The October record high is 30°C (2023) and the record low is 0°C (1974).

Carabanchel weather in November

In November, Carabanchel averages a high of 13°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The November record high is 23°C (2009) and the record low is -3°C (1985).

Carabanchel weather in December

In December, Carabanchel averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The December record high is 18°C (1979) and the record low is -6°C (2001).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Carabanchel

July is the sunniest month in Carabanchel, with sunshine about 85% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest, at 41%. Over the year the sun shines about 55% of daylight hours. Carabanchel is sunnier than 71% of Spain.

Humidity peaks in December at 77% and is lowest in July at 31%.

Carabanchel has about 41 days a year above 32°C. Carabanchel is hotter than 80% of Spain.

First and last freeze in Carabanchel

The first fall freeze in Carabanchel typically comes around December 3, and the last spring freeze around February 21. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 285 days.

Carabanchel weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Carabanchel station is 41°C, on June 28, 2019. The coldest is -7°C, on January 13, 1985.

The wettest day on record brought 87 mm of rain, on September 21, 1972.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Carabanchel

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 4°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 9°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 18°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 11°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January32 mm871%51%20°-7°
February34 mm764%51%21°-7°
March35 mm760%41%27°-5°
April46 mm953%46%31°-2°
May48 mm946%52%36°
June20 mm542%59%41°
July9.1 mm231%85%41°10°
August10 mm334%79%41°11°
September24 mm550%58%39°
October64 mm961%45%30°
November52 mm974%44%23°-3°
December42 mm877%46%18°-6°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Carabanchel climate questions

How much rain does Carabanchel get?

Carabanchel gets 417 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 81 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Carabanchel?

October is the wettest month in Carabanchel, with 64 mm. July is the driest, with 9 mm.

How many rainy days does Carabanchel have a year?

Carabanchel has about 81 days with measurable rain in an average year. April has the most, about 9.

What is the hottest month in Carabanchel?

July is the warmest month in Carabanchel, with an average high of 33°C.

What is the coldest month in Carabanchel?

January is the coldest month in Carabanchel, with an average low of 3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Carabanchel?

The record high at the Carabanchel station is 41°C, set on June 28, 2019. The record low is -7°C, on January 13, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Carabanchel?

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

When is the first frost in Carabanchel?

The first fall freeze in Carabanchel typically comes around December 3. The last spring freeze is around February 21.

What is the best time to visit Carabanchel?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station MADRID - RETIRO (5 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station MADRID - RETIRO.