Barcelona
12 to 27°C
temperature
3329 hours
sunshine per day
334 mm
rain
252 days
dry
113 days
rain
0 days
snow

Climate of Barcelona

Barcelona has a mediterranean climate. The summers are hot and dry, and the temperature is mild in the winter. The average annual temperature for Barcelona is 37° degrees and there is about 131 inch of rain in a year. It is dry for 220 days a year with an average humidity of 70% and an UV-index of 5.

Climate averages for the whole year

  • Day: the average daily temperature during the day is between 12°C and 27°C
  • Night:the average nighttime temperature is between 7°C and 22°C
  • Sea temperature: the sea temperature is between 14°C and 27°C
  • Rain: it rains 113 days and there is a total of approximately 334 mm rainfall
  • Sun hours: throughout the year there are 3329 sun hours
Maximum temperature: between 12°C and 27°C
Warmest month: 27°C in July
Coldest month: 12°C in January
Night temperature: between 7°C and 22°C
Sea temperature: between 14°C and 27°C
Dry days: 252 days
Days with rain: 113 days
Days with snow: 0 days
Total rain sum: 334 mm
Hours of sunshine: 3329 hours

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Temperature graph

This graph shows the average maximum temperature (red) and minimum temperature (blue) for Barcelona.

Precipitation graph

This graph shows the average amount of rainfall per month for Barcelona.

Climate table of Barcelona

In this climate table you can see at a glance what the average weather per month is for Barcelona. The data has been collected over a 30-year period, from which an average per month has been derived. From year to year the differences may be larger or smaller, but with this climate table you have a good idea of what the weather for Barcelona might be like in a given month.

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Day temp. (°F) 54 55 59 63 69 76 81 81 76 70 62 56
Night temp. (°F) 45 44 48 52 57 64 70 71 67 61 52 47
Water temp. (°F) 58 57 58 63 70 78 80 81 80 76 69 64
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Precipitation (inch) 7 7 13 13 9 9 7 9 14 21 17 6
Days with rain 9 8 10 12 9 7 8 9 13 13 9 6
Dry days 22 20 21 18 22 23 23 22 17 18 21 25
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Sun hours per day 7 9 9 9 12 12 12 11 9 8 7 7
Wind force (Bft) 3 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 2
UV-index 3 3 4 4 5 6 6 6 6 5 4 4

Best time to visit Barcelona

Barcelona is a beautiful city that has much to offer tourists, but when is the best time to visit? The answer depends on what you are looking for. If you are looking for nice weather, the best time to visit Barcelona is between May and October. However, if you are looking for cheaper flights and hotels, then the best time to visit Barcelona is between November and April.

Good weather

So the best time to visit Barcelona if you are looking for good weather is between May and October. This is when the city has the most sunny days and the least rain. Temperatures at this time of year average a maximum of 81 degrees Fahrenheit (27 degrees Celsius) in July and August. If you don't mind cooler temperatures, March and April are also good months to visit Barcelona, as they are usually sunny with relatively little rain.

Cheaper flights and hotels

If you are looking for cheaper flights and hotels, the best time to visit Barcelona is between November and April. This is because tourism is low during these months, not only because of the cooler temperatures, but also because children are in school. This means fewer families travel during this time of year. However, it is important to note that some attractions, such as museums and galleries, may have reduced hours or be closed altogether during the winter months.

So, when is the best time to visit Barcelona? The answer depends on what you are looking for. If you are looking for nice weather, the best time to visit Barcelona is between May and October. However, if you are looking for cheaper flights and hotels, then between November and April is the best time to visit Barcelona. No matter when you decide to visit, you are sure to have a wonderful time in this beautiful city!

Climate of Barcelona by month

What is the average climate in a given month for Barcelona? Click on a month to see all monthly averages for sunshine, maximum and minimum temperatures, percent chance of rain per day, snowfall and number of rainy days.

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