Climate of Barcelona, Spain
Area-weighted average across Barcelona. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Barcelona, a subdivision of Spain, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 5.7°C / 42.3°F in January to 21.8°C / 71.2°F in August, with rainfall from 40 mm / 1.6 in to 77 mm / 3 in depending on the season (712 mm / 28 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5.7°C42.3°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| February | 6.9°C44.4°F | 41 mm1.6″ | — |
| March | 8.8°C47.8°F | 52 mm2″ | — |
| April | 10.6°C51.1°F | 58 mm2.3″ | — |
| May | 14.2°C57.6°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| June | 18.1°C64.6°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| July | 21.6°C70.9°F | 40 mm1.6″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 21.8°C71.2°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| September | 18.6°C65.5°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| October | 14.1°C57.4°F | 77 mm3″ | — |
| November | 9.4°C48.9°F | 64 mm2.5″ | — |
| December | 6.8°C44.2°F | 53 mm2.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Barcelona?
The best months to visit Barcelona, Spain for sunny, dry weather are July. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 21.8°C / 71.2°F, and the driest is July with about 40 mm / 1.6 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Barcelona?
Barcelona, Spain has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 5.7°C / 42.3°F in January to 21.8°C / 71.2°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 712 mm / 28 in, with the wettest month being May (77 mm / 3 in) and the driest July (40 mm / 1.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Barcelona?
The hottest month in Barcelona is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.8°C / 71.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Barcelona?
The coldest month in Barcelona is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 5.7°C / 42.3°F.
When does it rain most in Barcelona?
The wettest month in Barcelona is May, averaging about 77 mm / 3 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 40 mm / 1.6 in.