Madrid vs Seville

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Seville edges ahead as the better destination in January. Seville offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while Madrid sees 7 sunshine hours and 7 rain days.

Madrid is on the cooler side at 9°C, requiring warmer clothing. Seville is also comfortable at 15°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Seville is the stronger choice in January. Seville receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Madrid reaches an average high of 9°C (48°F) and drops to 1°C (34°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Seville averages 15°C (59°F) for the high and 6°C (43°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. There is a notable 6°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.

Madrid receives approximately 38 mm of rainfall across 7 rain days during January. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Seville sees 49 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Seville the drier option by 1 rain day and 11 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.