Madrid vs Valencia

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Valencia edges ahead as the better destination in February. Valencia offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 4 rain days, while Madrid sees 9 sunshine hours and 6 rain days.

Madrid is on the cooler side at 12°C, requiring warmer clothing. Valencia is also comfortable at 16°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Valencia is the stronger choice in February.

Madrid reaches an average high of 12°C (54°F) and drops to 1°C (34°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Valencia averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Madrid receives approximately 32 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during February. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Valencia sees 27 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Valencia the drier option by 2 rain days and 5 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.