What's the weather like in Madrid in spring?

In spring, Madrid reveals one of its most charming sides. After the winter months, the city comes into full bloom, as its gardens and wooded areas come back to life.

The first months of the season usually record moderate rainfall. In April, the average temperature is around 12°C, but as the season progresses, the days become warmer and almost summery: in June, the average temperature rises to around 21°C, and the streets come alive with bustling activity.

It's the perfect time to enjoy the city’s festivities, from San Isidro Labrador held around 15 May in honour of the patron saint of Madrid, to the Day of the Community of Madrid on 2 May. The mild weather and longer days are ideal for outdoor activities and walks in the city.

One of the best ways to enjoy Madrid in spring is to take a stroll down Paseo del Arte (Art Walk), a cultural corridor like no other in the world thanks to its line-up of premier museums. In just under a kilometre, you'll find three institutions showcasing centuries of art history: the Prado, with its collection of European painting; the Thyssen-Bornemisza, which traces the evolution of painting from the Renaissance to modern art; and the Reina Sofía, a global benchmark for contemporary Spanish art.

The route invites you to take a leisurely stroll and enjoy the season's mild temperatures and the surrounding gardens, such as those in El Retiro Park and the Botanic Gardens, where the first shades of green of the year start to blossom. It's an itinerary that combines culture, history and urban landscapes in the heart of Madrid.

Madrid celebrates three major sporting events in spring that fill the city with energy and excitement. The Zurich Rock 'n' Roll Running Series Madrid turns its streets into a giant urban course accompanied by live music, offering marathon, half-marathon and 10K races that attract thousands of runners from all over the world. A few days later, the Women's Race paints the capital pink in a day of solidarity that encourages women of all ages to take up sports while raising funds for cancer research.

And the sports calendar reaches its peak with the Mutua Madrid Open tennis tournament, held at Caja Mágica, a complex designed by architect Dominique Perrault. This ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 tournament brings together the top international tennis stars at a state-of-the-art venue.