Valencia vs Madrid

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Valencia edges ahead as the better destination in March. Valencia offers 5 hours of daily sunshine with only 3 rain days, while Madrid sees 10 sunshine hours and 7 rain days.

Valencia sits in the comfortable travel range at 22°C. Madrid is also comfortable at 15°C.

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

Valencia reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 13°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Madrid averages 15°C (59°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. There is a notable 7°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 March.

Valencia receives approximately 15 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during March. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Madrid sees 40 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Valencia the drier option by 4 rain days and 25 mm of total precipitation.

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