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Salamanca, Madrid Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Salamanca, Madrid?
Salamanca, 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).
Semi-arid climate
Salamanca, 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.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 3° | 11° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 9° | 19° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 18° | 31° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 11° | 20° |
How much rain does Salamanca get?
Salamanca 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.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Salamanca got 477 mm of rain, against a normal of 417 mm for those months. February 2026 had the most, with 99 mm.
Salamanca weather by month
Salamanca weather in January
In January, Salamanca averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 20°C (2003) and the record low is -7°C (1985).
Salamanca weather in February
In February, Salamanca averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 21°C (1987) and the record low is -7°C (1983).
Salamanca weather in March
In March, Salamanca averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 27°C (2015) and the record low is -5°C (2005).
Salamanca weather in April
In April, Salamanca averages a high of 19°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.
Salamanca weather in May
In May, Salamanca averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.
Salamanca weather in June
In June, Salamanca averages a high of 29°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 41°C (2019) and the record low is 4°C (1984).
Salamanca weather in July
In July, Salamanca averages a high of 33°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 85% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 41°C (2022) and the record low is 10°C (1988).
Salamanca weather in August
In August, Salamanca averages a high of 32°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 79% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 41°C (2012) and the record low is 11°C (1977).
Salamanca weather in September
In September, Salamanca averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.
Salamanca weather in October
In October, Salamanca averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 30°C (2023) and the record low is 0°C (1974).
Salamanca weather in November
In November, Salamanca averages a high of 13°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 23°C (2009) and the record low is -3°C (1985).
Salamanca weather in December
In December, Salamanca averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 18°C (1979) and the record low is -6°C (2001).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Salamanca
July is the sunniest month in Salamanca, with estimated sunshine of 85% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest, at 41%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 55% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Salamanca is sunnier than 71% of Spain.
Humidity peaks in December at 77% and is lowest in July at 31%.
Salamanca has about 41 days a year above 32°C. Salamanca is hotter than 80% of Spain.
First and last freeze in Salamanca
The first fall freeze in Salamanca typically comes around December 3, and the last spring freeze around February 21. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 285 days.
Salamanca weather records
These records cover MADRID - RETIRO during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Salamanca station is 41°C, on June 28, 2019. The coldest is -7°C, on January 13, 1985.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 87 mm of precipitation, 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 Salamanca
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
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3° | 10° | 32 mm | 8 | 71% | 51% | 20° | -7° |
| February | 4° | 12° | 34 mm | 7 | 64% | 51% | 21° | -7° |
| March | 6° | 16° | 35 mm | 7 | 60% | 41% | 27° | -5° |
| April | 8° | 19° | 46 mm | 9 | 53% | 46% | 31° | -2° |
| May | 12° | 23° | 48 mm | 9 | 46% | 52% | 36° | 2° |
| June | 17° | 29° | 20 mm | 5 | 42% | 59% | 41° | 4° |
| July | 19° | 33° | 9.1 mm | 2 | 31% | 85% | 41° | 10° |
| August | 19° | 32° | 10 mm | 3 | 34% | 79% | 41° | 11° |
| September | 16° | 27° | 24 mm | 5 | 50% | 58% | 39° | 5° |
| October | 11° | 19° | 64 mm | 9 | 61% | 45% | 30° | 0° |
| November | 7° | 13° | 52 mm | 9 | 74% | 44% | 23° | -3° |
| December | 4° | 11° | 42 mm | 8 | 77% | 46% | 18° | -6° |
Station: MADRID - RETIRO, 2 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Salamanca climate questions
How much rain does Salamanca get?
Salamanca gets 417 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 81 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Salamanca?
October is the wettest month in Salamanca, with 64 mm. July is the driest, with 9 mm.
How many rainy days does Salamanca have a year?
Salamanca has about 81 days with measurable rain in an average year. April has the most, about 9.
What is the hottest month in Salamanca?
July is the warmest month in Salamanca, with an average high of 33°C.
What is the coldest month in Salamanca?
January is the coldest month in Salamanca, with an average low of 3°C.
What is the record high temperature in Salamanca?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Salamanca 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 Salamanca?
July is the sunniest month in Salamanca, with estimated sunshine of 85% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Salamanca?
The first fall freeze in Salamanca typically comes around December 3. The last spring freeze is around February 21.
What is the best time to visit Salamanca?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.