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Madrid in May

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time. The best months for Madrid are June, July, September and October. In May, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

A quieter, shoulder or off-peak time.
Avg temp
18°C
Rainfall
114 mm
Crowds
Quieter
~Cost/day
$150
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Weather and what to pack

In May, Madrid is typically mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing. Average temperatures sit around 18°C with about 114mm of rain across the month.

Things to do in Madrid in May

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
Former Banco Central Hispano headquarters
The former headquarters of Banco Central Hispano is located in Madrid, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1999.
Mariblanca
The statues known as Mariblanca are female figures of uncertain origin which may relate to the fertility goddesses Venus or Fortuna.
Casa Labra
Casa Labra is a pub in Madrid located close to the Puerta del Sol that was established and has been open since 1860. It is famous for being the site for the foundation of the Spani
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 May: FAQ

Is May 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 May?+

Expect average temperatures around 18°C. Rainfall averages about 114mm for the month. In short, mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What should I pack for Madrid in May?+

Based on the typical May weather: mild, a mix of layers and a light jacket works well; some rain is likely, a compact umbrella is worth packing.

What is there to do in Madrid in May?+

Popular things to do include Iglesia del Buen Suceso, Former Banco Central Hispano headquarters, Mariblanca and Casa Labra. There is a longer list below, or you can generate a full plan.

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