Valencia vs Madrid

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Valencia edges ahead as the better destination in December. Valencia offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Madrid sees 7 sunshine hours and 7 rain days.

Valencia sits in the comfortable travel range at 15°C. Madrid is cooler at 10°C.

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

Valencia reaches an average high of 15°C (59°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Madrid averages 10°C (50°F) for the high and 2°C (36°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. There is a notable 5°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 December.

Valencia receives approximately 35 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Madrid sees 44 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Valencia the drier option by 2 rain days and 9 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.