Madrid in January
Cool, crisp and surprisingly easygoing.
The short answer
January is a good time to visit Madrid.
January is one of Madrid’s quietest periods, with cool temperatures and plenty of clear days. It is a strong month for museums, tapas bars and exploring the historic centre without peak-season crowds.
7/10 overall3–10°CLow crowds$ (Low)
Weather6.5/10
Crowds9/10
Prices9/10
Events7/10
January in detail
What January actually feels like
- Weather
- 3–10°C
- Cool and crisp, with plenty of clear days
- Crowds
- Low
- One of Madrid’s quietest periods
- Prices
- $ (Low)
- Low — better hotel value
+Low crowds + better hotel value
–Cool nights
My tip for January
Bring layers and plan outdoor sightseeing around the middle of the day.
- Museums
- Low crowds
How January compares
Against the other eleven months
11th of 12 overall in Madrid, 9th for weather, 1st for space, 1st for value. It is the emptiest month of the year; and it's also the best value.
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What’s on in Madrid in January
- For a quieter trip
- Choose January, February or November if you care more about space, prices and museums than warm weather. These months make it easier to explore Madrid at a slower pace.
January, February and November
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