Valencia vs Madrid

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Valencia edges ahead as the better destination in January. 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 9°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Valencia is the stronger choice in January. 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 7°C (45°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Madrid averages 9°C (48°F) for the high and 1°C (34°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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.

Valencia receives approximately 33 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during January. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Madrid sees 38 mm over 7 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%.