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Barcelona, Catalonia Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Barcelona, Catalonia?
Barcelona, Catalonia gets 618 mm of precipitation a year over about 71 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 29°C) and January the coldest (average low 9°C).
Mediterranean climate
Barcelona, Catalonia has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 15°C in January to 29°C in August. October is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to June, September, and November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 9° | 15° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 13° | 20° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 22° | 28° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 16° | 23° |
How much rain does Barcelona get?
Barcelona gets 618 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 71 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 69% of Spain.
October is the wettest month, with 88 mm. June is the driest, with 27 mm. April has the most rainy days, about 8.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 49 days, to July 10, 2025.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Barcelona got 527 mm of rain, against a normal of 618 mm for those months. December 2025 had the most, with 161 mm.
Barcelona weather by month
Barcelona weather in January
In January, Barcelona averages a high of 15°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 26°C (2019) and the record low is 1°C (2010).
Barcelona weather in February
In February, Barcelona averages a high of 15°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 27°C (2019) and the record low is 1°C (2012).
Barcelona weather in March
In March, Barcelona averages a high of 17°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 27°C (2019) and the record low is 1°C (2010). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barcelona weather in April
In April, Barcelona averages a high of 19°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 29°C (2023) and the record low is 5°C (2022). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barcelona weather in May
In May, Barcelona averages a high of 23°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 51 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 33°C (2022) and the record low is 7°C (2019). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barcelona weather in June
In June, Barcelona averages a high of 27°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 36°C (2025) and the record low is 9°C (2019). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barcelona weather in July
In July, Barcelona averages a high of 29°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 38°C (2009) and the record low is 17°C (2012).
Barcelona weather in August
In August, Barcelona averages a high of 29°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2010) and the record low is 17°C (2023).
Barcelona weather in September
In September, Barcelona averages a high of 26°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 32°C (2016) and the record low is 13°C (2017). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barcelona weather in October
In October, Barcelona averages a high of 23°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 88 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 31°C (2013) and the record low is 7°C (2008).
Barcelona weather in November
In November, Barcelona averages a high of 18°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is 5°C (2013). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barcelona weather in December
In December, Barcelona averages a high of 16°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 23°C (2022) and the record low is 2°C (2009).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Barcelona
July is the sunniest month in Barcelona, with estimated sunshine of 69% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest, at 41%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 49% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Barcelona is cloudier than 56% of Spain.
Humidity peaks in October at 77% and is lowest in July at 71%.
Barcelona has about 7 days a year above 32°C. Barcelona is cooler than 82% of Spain.
Barcelona weather records
These records cover BARCELONA-EL RAVAL during 2008–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Barcelona station is 39°C, on August 27, 2010. The coldest is 1°C, on February 4, 2012.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 96 mm of precipitation, on March 24, 2017.
The best time to visit Barcelona
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to June, September, and November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 9°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 13°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 22°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 16°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9° | 15° | 39 mm | 6 | 74% | 54% | 26° | 1° |
| February | 9° | 15° | 34 mm | 6 | 76% | 48% | 27° | 1° |
| March | 10° | 17° | 70 mm | 7 | 74% | 41% | 27° | 1° |
| April | 13° | 19° | 61 mm | 8 | 72% | 42% | 29° | 5° |
| May | 16° | 23° | 51 mm | 6 | 74% | 46% | 33° | 7° |
| June | 20° | 27° | 27 mm | 5 | 73% | 48% | 36° | 9° |
| July | 23° | 29° | 44 mm | 4 | 71% | 69% | 38° | 17° |
| August | 23° | 29° | 28 mm | 4 | 72% | 58% | 39° | 17° |
| September | 21° | 26° | 79 mm | 7 | 74% | 47% | 32° | 13° |
| October | 17° | 23° | 88 mm | 7 | 77% | 42% | 31° | 7° |
| November | 12° | 18° | 70 mm | 7 | 77% | 43% | 27° | 5° |
| December | 9° | 16° | 28 mm | 5 | 76% | 53% | 23° | 2° |
Station: BARCELONA-EL RAVAL, 1 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 2008–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Barcelona climate questions
How much rain does Barcelona get?
Barcelona gets 618 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 71 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Barcelona?
October is the wettest month in Barcelona, with 88 mm. June is the driest, with 27 mm.
How many rainy days does Barcelona have a year?
Barcelona has about 71 days with measurable rain in an average year. April has the most, about 8.
What is the hottest month in Barcelona?
August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with an average high of 29°C.
What is the coldest month in Barcelona?
January is the coldest month in Barcelona, with an average low of 9°C.
What is the record high temperature in Barcelona?
Within the available 2008–2026 station history, the record high at the Barcelona station is 39°C, set on August 27, 2010. The record low is 1°C, on February 4, 2012.
What is the sunniest month in Barcelona?
July is the sunniest month in Barcelona, with estimated sunshine of 69% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest.
What is the best time to visit Barcelona?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to June, September, and November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.