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 2 hours of daily sunshine with only 1 rain days, while Madrid sees 7 sunshine hours and 7 rain days.

Valencia is on the cooler side at 9°C, requiring warmer clothing. Madrid is cooler at 10°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Valencia is the stronger choice in December. Madrid receives 5 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Valencia reaches an average high of 9°C (48°F) and drops to -4°C (25°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 13°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and 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. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

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

Valencia receives approximately 7 mm of rainfall across 1 rain days during December. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Madrid sees 44 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Valencia the drier option by 6 rain days and 37 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Valencia averages 45% while Madrid sits at 65%. Madrid will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.