Month guide · Madrid · Spain
Madrid in October
What October is really like in Madrid: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
October is one of the best months to visit Madrid. Expect average highs of 19°C (66°F), lows of 11°C (52°F), about 6 rainy days and roughly 11 hours of daylight. Mild, golden autumn days and the first rains; excellent for walking and day trips.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 19°C (66°F) / 11°C (52°F)
- Rainy days
- About 6
- Daylight
- About 11 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in October
October is the 6th-warmest month in Madrid: days average 19°C (66°F) against a yearly average high of 20°C (68°F), and nights fall to about 11°C (52°F). Rain falls on roughly 6 of its 31 days. Compared with September (26°C (79°F)), October is cooler; by November highs drop to around 13°C (55°F).
- Sunrise (15 October)
- About 08:25
- Sunset (15 October)
- About 19:35
- Daylight
- About 11 hours
Autumn (September–November). Warm September days, mild October and cooler November, with full cultural calendars and good day-trip weather.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, October rates 4 for crowds (the peak is April at 4) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in April). Book accommodation early: October is one of the pricier months.
Events in October
- Fiesta Nacional de España — military parade (12 October)
- Fiesta de la Trashumancia — shepherds lead flocks of sheep through central Madrid (usually late October)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in October
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
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Palace · Palacio
Royal Palace of Madrid
Built in the 18th century after the old Alcázar burned down, the official residence of the Spanish royal family is used for state ceremonies and is among the largest palaces in Europe.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Rainy day
- Kids
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Landmark · Centro
Plaza Mayor
Eat a calamari sandwich in one of the bars on the streets just off the square rather than on the pricier terraces inside it.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
Street · Centro
Puerta del Sol and Gran Vía
Puerta del Sol has the Kilometre Zero plaque, the Bear and Strawberry Tree statue that symbolises Madrid and the clock whose chimes lead the nation's New Year countdown.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- Shopping
- After dark
- Architecture
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Experience · Chamartín
Santiago Bernabéu Stadium tour
Book a slot online and avoid match days, when tours are limited or suspended.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Iconic
What to pack
For highs near 19°C, lows near 11°C and 6 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; comfortable walking shoes.
Is October 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–June and September. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is October a good time to visit Madrid?
It is one of the best months to visit Madrid. Mild, golden autumn days and the first rains; excellent for walking and day trips.
+How warm is Madrid in October?
Average highs are around 19°C (66°F) and lows around 11°C (52°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Madrid in October?
Expect rain on about 6 days of the month.