Barcelona Weather Averages by Month

Table of Contents

• 1. What Are the Average Temperatures by Month?
• 2. How Humid Does It Get?
• 3. When Does It Rain the Most?
• 4. How Many Hours of Sunlight Do You Get?
• 5. What Should You Pack for Each Season?
• References
• Images Sources

1. What Are the Average Temperatures by Month?

barcelona's weather is pretty kind year-round, with no real extremes.

The winters are mild, and the summers get hot but not unbearable, especially with that sea breeze.

here's a quick look at the typical highs for each month.

As you can see, summer's clearly the hottest with lots of sun, great for beach days.

January and february are the coolest months, but still walkable weather.

Spring (March to may) slowly warms up and starts getting longer days.

june kicks off the proper summer heat, with loads of sunshine.

July and August are perfect for the beach, but definitely stay hydrated.

By september, its still warm but the daylight starts to shrink again.

2. How Humid Does It Get?

barcelona definitely has some sticky days, especially in summer.

That coastal air keeps it feeling warmer than the thermometer says.

most summer days have a humid feel, even if the skies are clear.

in winter, its a lot drier, so the air feels crisp but not cold.

april and May bring a bit more humidity with spring showers.

humidity peaks in August, hot and sticky, especially midday.

June and july aren't far behind, but they're easier to bear thanks to the breeze.

september still has a humid touch, especially after the occasional rain.

october cools things down again, with humidity starting to drop off.

Here's a simple breakdown of how humidity tends to feel:

• winter (dec-feb): low to moderate

• spring (Mar-may): moderate

• Summer (jun-Aug): High

• Fall (sep-Nov): starts high, then drops

3. When Does It Rain the Most?

Rain in barcelona isn't super frequent, but it does show up here and there.

The city's known for its sunny days, but you'll still want an umbrella sometimes.

October is the rainiest month, so maybe bring waterproof shoes.

november is also pretty wet, especially compared to spring and summer.

spring showers are a thing, especially in march and April.

May can be a bit unpredictable, with short bursts of rain.

winter rain is light and spread out, it won't ruin your day.

summer months like July and August are really dry, rarely a raincloud in sight.

september has a little spike in rain as summer ends and fall begins.

here's a quick table:

4. How Many Hours of Sunlight Do You Get?

Sunshine is one of Barcelona's biggest draws, especially if you're escaping gloomier places.

July gets the most sun, with 10 hours of golden daylight.

Even in winter, you're still looking at 4-5 hours of sun most days.

Spring steadily brings more sun, starting with about 6 hours in March.

by may, you'll enjoy long, bright days, about 8 hours of sunshine.

In June, you're pretty much spoiled with up to 10 hours of sun.

august dips slightly but still stays bright for around 9 hours.

Once autumn rolls in, sunshine tapers off but still feels decent.

if you're someone who gets bummed out by gray skies, Barcelona's not a bad pick, plenty of vitamin d to go around.

5. What Should You Pack for Each Season?

Packing for barcelona isnt too tricky if you know the basics.

The weather's pretty mellow, but here's what to throw in your suitcase depending on the time of year.

winter (Dec-Feb):

Light jacket, jeans, and layers.

bring a compact umbrella, just in case.

Spring (Mar-may):

Mix of short sleeves and layers.

maybe a light raincoat for April showers.

summer (jun-aug):

sunscreen, sunglasses, and all the breezy clothing.

You won't need a jacket.

fall (Sep-nov):

start with T-shirts in september, but bring sweaters for late autumn.

Rainy days:

a foldable umbrella and maybe waterproof shoes.

Nothing too heavy.

Sunny days:

A hat and good sunglasses.

the glare off the sea is real.

all year:

comfortable walking shoes, you'll wanna explore on foot.

Barcelona's weather is one of its biggest perks, mild winters, sunny summers, and just enough variety to keep things interesting.

Whether you're into festivals, food, or lazy beach days, theres a month that suits your vibe.

Now that you know what to expect, all thats left is to book those tickets and pack smart.

see you in the sun!

Sources and References

• Barcelona Turisme (official visitor site)

• World Meteorological Organization (WMO)

• AccuWeather Climate Data

• Weather-and-Climate.com

• Spanish Meteorological Agency (AEMET)

• Lonely Planet Travel Guides

• National Geographic: Europe Weather Overview

Images Sources and Attributions

All images used within this page have been sourced from Wikimedia Commons. They are used here strictly for informational and illustrative purposes.