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Madrid in June
What June is really like in Madrid: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
June is one of the best months to visit Madrid. Expect average highs of 28°C (82°F), lows of 16°C (61°F), about 3 rainy days and roughly 15 hours of daylight. Hot days and long, warm evenings on terraces; the Retiro Book Fair runs into early June.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 28°C (82°F) / 16°C (61°F)
- Rainy days
- About 3
- Daylight
- About 15 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in June
June is the 3rd-warmest month in Madrid: days average 28°C (82°F) against a yearly average high of 20°C (68°F), and nights fall to about 16°C (61°F). Rain falls on roughly 3 of its 30 days. Compared with May (22°C (72°F)), June is warmer; by July highs climb to around 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 06:44
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 21:46
- Daylight
- About 15 hours
Summer (June–August). Hot and dry with temperatures often above 35°C in July and August; nights out are long, and August is quieter as locals leave.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 4 for crowds (the peak is April at 4) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in April). Book accommodation early: June is one of the pricier months.
Events in June
- Madrid Book Fair in the Retiro (usually late May to mid-June)
- Madrid Pride (MADO) — one of Europe's largest Pride celebrations (usually late June to early July)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in June
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Museum · Atocha
Reina Sofía Museum
Spain's national museum of 20th-century and contemporary art occupies a former hospital with glass lift towers and a Jean Nouvel extension.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Art
- Rainy day
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Palace · Palacio
Royal Palace of Madrid
Visit the Almudena Cathedral opposite and the Sabatini Gardens and Campo del Moro beside the palace, which are free.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Rainy day
- Kids
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Landmark · Centro
Plaza Mayor
Built in the early 17th century under Philip III, whose equestrian statue stands in the centre, this enclosed, arcaded square once hosted bullfights, coronations and executions.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
Street · Centro
Puerta del Sol and Gran Vía
Look up rather than at the shops; the best view of Gran Vía and the Metrópolis dome is from the Círculo de Bellas Artes rooftop.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- Shopping
- After dark
- Architecture
What to pack
For highs near 28°C, lows near 16°C and 3 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is June a good time to visit Madrid?
One of the best months to visit Madrid, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are April–May and September–October. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is June a good time to visit Madrid?
It is one of the best months to visit Madrid. Hot days and long, warm evenings on terraces; the Retiro Book Fair runs into early June.
+How warm is Madrid in June?
Average highs are around 28°C (82°F) and lows around 16°C (61°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Madrid in June?
Expect rain on about 3 days of the month, so it is usually dry.