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Madrid in April

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Madrid are June, July, September and October. In April, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
13°C
Rainfall
99 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In April, Madrid is typically cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing. Average temperatures sit around 13°C with about 99mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Madrid in April

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Iglesia del Buen Suceso
The Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Buen Suceso, commonly known as Iglesia del Buen Suceso was a church of Madrid that delimited the eastern part of the Puerta del Sol (Madrid). The
Statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree
The Statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree is a sculpture from the second half of the 20th century, situated in the Spanish capital, Madrid. It represents the coat of arms of M
Madrid
Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain. It had a population of over 3.4 million in the city proper in 2025, and a metropolitan area population of approximately 6.8 million
Sol (Madrid Metro)
Sol is a station on Line 1, Line 2 and Line 3 of the Madrid Metro. It is located in Zone A and is the most central station on the Metro, located at the Puerta del Sol square. Becau
Local food tour of Madrid
Taste the signature dishes of Madrid.
Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.

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Madrid in April: FAQ

Is April a good time to visit Madrid?+

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. Madrid's best months are generally June, July, September and October.

What is the weather like in Madrid in April?+

Expect average temperatures around 13°C. Rainfall averages about 99mm for the month. In short, cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What should I pack for Madrid in April?+

Based on the typical April weather: cool, bring a warm jacket and layers; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What is there to do in Madrid in April?+

Popular things to do include Iglesia del Buen Suceso, Statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree, Madrid and Sol (Madrid Metro). There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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