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Tarragona, 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 Tarragona, Catalonia?
Tarragona, Catalonia gets 485 mm of precipitation a year over about 64 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 30°C) and January the coldest (average low 5°C).
Semi-arid climate
Tarragona, Catalonia has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 15°C in January to 30°C in August. October is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to June and November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 6° | 16° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 11° | 21° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 20° | 29° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 14° | 23° |
How much rain does Tarragona get?
Tarragona gets 485 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 64 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 84% of Spain.
October is the wettest month, with 93 mm. July is the driest, with 13 mm. April has the most rainy days, about 7.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 55 days, to March 1, 2022.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Tarragona got 471 mm of rain, against a normal of 485 mm for those months. January 2026 had the most, with 144 mm.
Tarragona weather by month
Tarragona weather in January
In January, Tarragona averages a high of 15°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 24°C (2021) and the record low is -4°C (2011).
Tarragona weather in February
In February, Tarragona averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 25°C (2012) and the record low is -4°C (2012).
Tarragona weather in March
In March, Tarragona averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 28°C (2012) and the record low is -2°C (2010). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tarragona weather in April
In April, Tarragona averages a high of 20°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 29°C (2023) and the record low is 0°C (2022). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tarragona weather in May
In May, Tarragona averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 23 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 34°C (2010) and the record low is 1°C (2019). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tarragona weather in June
In June, Tarragona averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 34°C (2014) and the record low is 4°C (2019). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tarragona weather in July
In July, Tarragona averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 72% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 35°C (2018) and the record low is 16°C (2012).
Tarragona weather in August
In August, Tarragona averages a high of 30°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2018) and the record low is 16°C (2021).
Tarragona weather in September
In September, Tarragona averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (2016) and the record low is 9°C (2017).
Tarragona weather in October
In October, Tarragona averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 93 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 33°C (2014) and the record low is 4°C (2012).
Tarragona weather in November
In November, Tarragona averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 28°C (2013) and the record low is -1°C (2010). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tarragona weather in December
In December, Tarragona averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 23°C (2022) and the record low is -3°C (2009).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Tarragona
July is the sunniest month in Tarragona, with estimated sunshine of 72% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest, at 44%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 53% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Tarragona is sunnier than 64% of Spain.
Humidity peaks in May at 71% and is lowest in September at 68%.
Tarragona has about 8 days a year above 32°C. Tarragona is cooler than 78% of Spain.
Tarragona weather records
These records cover TARRAGONA-COMPLEX EDUCATIU during 2009–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Tarragona station is 39°C, on August 4, 2018. The coldest is -4°C, on February 13, 2012.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 130 mm of precipitation, on September 23, 2022.
The best time to visit Tarragona
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to June and November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 6°C.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 10°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 20°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 14°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5° | 15° | 27 mm | 5 | 69% | 57% | 24° | -4° |
| February | 6° | 16° | 24 mm | 5 | 70% | 52% | 25° | -4° |
| March | 7° | 18° | 53 mm | 7 | 70% | 44% | 28° | -2° |
| April | 11° | 20° | 54 mm | 7 | 70% | 46% | 29° | 0° |
| May | 13° | 23° | 23 mm | 5 | 71% | 51% | 34° | 1° |
| June | 18° | 27° | 30 mm | 4 | 71% | 53% | 34° | 4° |
| July | 21° | 29° | 13 mm | 3 | 69% | 72% | 35° | 16° |
| August | 21° | 30° | 31 mm | 4 | 69% | 64% | 39° | 16° |
| September | 18° | 28° | 47 mm | 6 | 68% | 51% | 33° | 9° |
| October | 14° | 24° | 93 mm | 6 | 71% | 46% | 33° | 4° |
| November | 9° | 19° | 63 mm | 7 | 70% | 48% | 28° | -1° |
| December | 6° | 16° | 27 mm | 4 | 70% | 57% | 23° | -3° |
Station: TARRAGONA-COMPLEX EDUCATIU, 4 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 2009–2026; 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.
Tarragona climate questions
How much rain does Tarragona get?
Tarragona gets 485 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 64 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Tarragona?
October is the wettest month in Tarragona, with 93 mm. July is the driest, with 13 mm.
How many rainy days does Tarragona have a year?
Tarragona has about 64 days with measurable rain in an average year. April has the most, about 7.
What is the hottest month in Tarragona?
August is the warmest month in Tarragona, with an average high of 30°C.
What is the coldest month in Tarragona?
January is the coldest month in Tarragona, with an average low of 5°C.
What is the record high temperature in Tarragona?
Within the available 2009–2026 station history, the record high at the Tarragona station is 39°C, set on August 4, 2018. The record low is -4°C, on February 13, 2012.
What is the sunniest month in Tarragona?
July is the sunniest month in Tarragona, with estimated sunshine of 72% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. March is the cloudiest.
What is the best time to visit Tarragona?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to June and November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.