If you're planning a trip to Madrid this February, you'll be wanting to know what the weather will be like, won't you? But long-term forecasts are never accurate and averages don't give you the complete picture, because weather is rarely average!
To give you an idea of the full range of weather likely on your trip to Madrid, I've compiled weather data for the past three years to show you the highs and the lows in recent Februarys.
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What Weather to Prepare for in Madrid in February
February in Madrid tends to get quite warm in the daytime, with an extreme difference between day and night temperatures. A difference of 15°C to 20°C (35°F to 50°F) is quite possible, so if you plan on being out from the afternoon until the evening, pack an extra layer in your day bag!
See also: Weather in Spain in February
Where is the Weather Better: Madrid or Barcelona?
When comparing the weather in Madrid to Barcelona Weather in February, two things are consistently true over the years: the daytime temperatures in the two cities are very similar and Madrid is significantly colder at night.
Madrid in Early February: Average Temperatures and Recent Years' Weather
Early-February weather in recent years has been quite variable - who knows what you could expect this year? 19°C (66°F) is t-shirt weather, but you'll need a good jacket if it doesn't get about 6°C (42°F). One thing you can be sure of is that it will be cold at night.
- February 5 Averages High: 13°C. Low: 1°C.
- February 5 Records High: 18°C. Low: -3°C.
- February 5, 2013 High: 16°C. Low: 0°C.
- February 5, 2012 High: 6°C. Low: -3°C.
- February 5, 2011 High: 19°C. Low: -2°C.
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Madrid in Mid-February: Average Temperatures and Recent Years' Weather
Things don't change much in mid-February. Bring a variety of t-shirts, sweaters and jackets and check the weather forecast when you get there! You'll certainly need to layer up at night.
- February 15 Averages High: 14°C. Low: 2°C.
- February 15 Records High: 20°C. Low: -6°C.
- February 15, 2013 High: 16°C. Low: 0°C.
- February 15, 2012 High: 12°C. Low: -3°C.
- February 15, 2011 High: 9°C. Low: 4°C. Rain.
Madrid in Late-February: Average Temperatures and Recent Years' Weather
Apart from an outlier in 2013, the end of February tends to be pretty warm in Madrid. But the nights will still be cold, so bring a coat!
- February 25 Averages High: 15°C. Low: 3°C.
- February 25 Records High: 20°C. Low: -3°C.
- February 25, 2013 High: 8°C. Low: 0°C.
- February 25, 2012 High: 20°C. Low: -3°C.
- February 25, 2011 High: 21°C. Low: 2°C.
Source: Weather Underground Almanac